Among the Almond Trees


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A poetically written and bitterly sweet memoir about nature, death, life in Palestine, and the universal concept of home. Palestinian writer Hussein Barghouthi was in his late forties when he was diagnosed with lymphoma. He had feared it was HIV, so when the cancer diagnosis was confirmed, he left the hospital feeling a bitter joy because his wife and son would be spared. The bittersweetness of this reaction characterizes the alternating moods of narration and reflection that distinguish this meditative memoir, Among the Almond Trees. Barghouthi's way of dealing with finality is to return to memories of childhood in the village of his birth in central Palestine, where the house in which he grew up is surrounded by almond and fig orchards. He takes many healing walks in the moonlit shadows of the trees, where he observes curious foxes, dancing gazelles, a badger with an unearthly cry, a weasel, and a wild boar with its young--a return not only to the house but to nature itself. The author decides to build a house where he would live with his wife and son, in whom he sees a renewal of life. The realization of his impending death also urges him to vocalize this experience, and he relates the progress of the disease at infrequent intervals. And, ultimately, he details the imaginative possibility of a return to life--to the earth, where he would be buried among the almond trees.




The Almond Tree


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Gifted with a mind that continues to impress the elders in his village, Ichmad Hamid struggles with knowing that he can do nothing to save his friends and family. Living on occupied land, his entire village operates in fear of losing their homes, jobs, and belongings. But more importantly, they fear losing each other. On Ichmad's twelfth birthday, that fear becomes reality. With his father imprisoned, his family's home and possessions confiscated, and his siblings quickly succumbing to hatred in the face of conflict, Ichmad begins an inspiring journey using his intellect to save his poor and dying family. In doing so he reclaims a love for others that was lost through a childhood rife with violence and loss, and discovers a new hope for the future. Reminiscent of The Kite Runner and One Thousand Splendid Suns, this is an uplifting read, which conveys a message of optimism and hope.




Under the Almond Trees


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From the Gold Rush to the Baby Boom, women struggled against social custom, restrictive laws, and limited career opportunities. Under the Almond Trees is the novelized account of three ordinary women who lived extraordinary lives in early California. One learns independence when she is widowed and must lead men. Another desires a career in a man's field. The third wants only a traditional family--until her husband refuses to pay for their daughter's college education. Their legacy resounds beyond the family. I am proud to be their relative and honored to share their story.




The Almond Tree, Aaron's Rod, the Messiah King of Israel


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This hardcover book is destined to become a literary Masterpiece and an intriguing best seller. The story begins with a Divine revelation of the Jewish Messiah of Israel. It was verified by true miraculous events that transpired on Holy Mount Moriah in Jerusalem Israel. Following the leading of the Holy Spirit, the author wrote the astonishing revelations in detail that she was told to write down in a book over a seven year span of time beginning in the year 2007. Due to the profoundly rare revelations within its cover, this heirloom treasure is bound to be a valuable asset to yeshiva and seminary students who desire to find out remarkable details about the identity of the Jewish Messiah of Israel. It is a book destined to be loved by all people. All the Divine revelations in this book are verified with many Biblical Scriptures. Delve into the artistically designed interior full of beautiful black & white photographs that will enhance your reading enjoyment, propelling your study into another world of the LORD God of Israel, and His Divine plan for the entire world. You will want the book for the photos alone! The exterior hardcover incorporates the Royal colors of the Jewish Priestly garment, purple, blue, and scarlet, while the interior contains twelve chapters that represent the twelve tribes of Israel. Full pictures of the Shroud of Turin, the Sudarium of Oviedo, the Jesus Boat, Magdala Synagogue, Mount Sinai, Mount Nebo, Split Rock in Horeb, and other photos from Jerusalem and outside locations are meant to excite the reader. In-depth studies include so many marvelous new Divine revelations that are sure to shake the world, regarding: A Miracle in Jerusalem, Secrets of the Almond tree, Messiah the Branch, Holy Mount Moriah, Mount Nebo, Mount Sinai, Red Sea crossing, Miracle of the Great Rolling Stone & the Angel at the Garden Tomb, Yad of God, Noah s flood, Joshua, Elijah & Elisha, Miracle Secrets at the Jordan River crossing, Secrets of the Split Rock in Horeb, Secrets of David & Goliath, Secrets of the Holy Menorah, Secrets of the Fig tree, Tefillin & God s heart, the Rapture, Passover Maror & Charoset, Secrets of Yeshua at Jacobs well, Shechinah glory cloud, Crown of Thorns, Brand new stunning revelations regarding the Shroud of Turin & Sudarium of Oviedo, the Torah, Jesus Boat, Magdala Synagogue & Magdala Stone, deep insights into the disciples of Yeshua, and profound hidden revelations of Yeshua s miracles that have never been known before, Ark of the Covenant, Ark of Heaven, the two witnesses arrive, Lulav, Cedar of Lebanon, Rainbows, Tiberius Coin, Secrets of His Jewish Royal Highness the KING OF KINGS & LORD OF LORDS, the true location of King David s tomb & the true location of King Solomon s Holy Temple in Jerusalem, the true location of the Garden of Eden, Secrets of Mary Magdalene, the lyrics of the New Song of Moses, and so much more that will keep you spellbound! Find out why Yeshua was resurrected the third day & why He has been gone for nearly two thousand years! This book contains a vast collection of Biblical, historical, archaeological, botanical, and scientific insights with major world-changing revelations throughout its tantalizing 858 pages. Follow the intriguing events leading from one miracle to another until you see the Testimony of the two witnesses unveiled, proving to the world that there is a God in Israel. The author begins on Holy Mount Moriah in Jerusalem, and ends on the real Mount Sinai. There will never be another book like it!"




Almonds


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This book provides a comprehensive overview of almond growing from a scientific and horticultural perspective, covering botany, production, processing and industrial uses. Almonds are an important crop; they are highly regarded for their flavour, nutritional properties and culinary uses, and almond oil is used widely in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical production. They are easy to transport and have long storability, facilitating global dissemination. Demand is constantly increasing and global production has more than doubled in the last 20 years. Authored by an international team of experts and presented in full colour throughout, this book is an essential resource for academic researchers and extension workers, as well as growers, orchard managers and industry personnel.




Under the Almond Tree


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If you lost everything you loved, how would you survive and begin again? Under the Almond Tree tells the story of one refugee family fleeing Afghanistan and the catastrophic effects of war and displacement. Fifteen year old Samar and her family are refugees, fleeing the conflict in 1990s Kabul, after the Russians and then the Taliban, turn their lives inside out. They are aboard the Trans-Siberian Express as it travels across Russia towards an uncertain future. With the help of Napoleon, the ticket collector, her beloved copy of Anna Karenina, and her family, Samar narrates the story of their epic journey away from their happy life in Kabul and everything they have known. But, as Samar's tale unfolds, and the secrets of the family are unearthed, we slowly discover that the truth is far more devastating - and more full of hope - than we could ever have imagined. Under the Almond Tree is a story of how we keep the truth from those we love, and even from ourselves, to hold on to the beliefs which underpin our lives. It's also the story of extraordinary resilience and courage, in a turbulent world where nothing can be relied upon, but everything is possible.




The Rod of an Almond Tree in God's Master Plan


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Is Jerusalem the site of the original Garden of Eden? "The Rod of an Almond Tree in God's Master Plan" traces Aaron's rod from the Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden to the Crucifixion Tree on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. Learn what clues in the Word of God confirm the true site of the crucifixion is the Mount of Olives; how the Greek text proves that the resurrection was on the Biblical Sabbath day (not Sunday) and that the crucifixion was on a Wednesday; how the Hebrew in Pilate's Inscription reveals the Name of God (YHVH), the Tetragrammaton. Messiah Yeshua (Christ Jesus) will establish His Throne in Jerusalem. "The Rod of an Almond Tree in God's Master Plan" details the amazing prophetic pattern revealing the place where God dwelt with Adam and Eve is also the place where God will dwell among His people during the Millennial Messianic Kingdom.




Life in a Country Album


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From migrations to pop culture, loss to la dérive, Life in a Country Album is a soundtrack of the global cultural landscape—borders and citizenship, hybrid identities and home, freedom and pleasure. It’s a vast and moving look at the world, at what home means, and the ways we coexist in an increasingly divided world. These poems are about the dialects of the heart—those we are incapable of parting from, and those that are largely forgotten. Life in a Country Album is a vital book for our times. With this beautiful, epic collection, Nathalie Handal affirms herself as one of our most diverse and important contemporary poets.




Health Benefits of Almonds


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Health Benefits of Almonds Table of Contents Getting Started Chapter # 1: Intro Chapter # 2: Nutritional Worth Chapter # 3: Selection & Storage Health Benefits Chapter # 1: Lowering Cholesterol Chapter # 2: Defense against Diabetes & Cardiovascular disease Chapter # 3: Improves Blood Fats Levels Chapter # 4: Weight Loss Chapter # 5: Normalizes Eating Habits Chapter # 6: Live Longer Recipes Chapter # 1: Candied Almonds Chapter # 2: Sugar Spiced Almonds Chapter # 3: Garlic & Rosemary Roasted Almonds Conclusion References Getting Started Chapter # 1: Intro Uniquely delicious, almonds have been known to man as the epitome of health & well being for centuries. Their health benefits have been documented with the passage of time and are now being tested in the light of modern scientific researches; looking at the results of these researches, there is a good reason why you should consider reading the rest of the book! A stalwart nut in cakes, puddings and other sweat dishes, almonds have been on almost every household’s shopping list. With respect to freshness, they are always preferred to hazelnuts & walnuts and their slow rate of rancidity makes them a food item that can easily tolerate the back of a storage cupboard. Their neutral, nutty and crunchy taste upon baking makes them irresistibly delicious and in no time can you nibble your way through every almond in front of you. But what are the origins of this super-delicious and nutritious food? Almond is actually a species of trees, belonging to the genus Prunus, which are indigenous to the South & Middle East region of Asia. The almond plant is widely cultivated for its edible seed, also known as almond. The almond tree is a deciduous one and grows 4-10 m in height; it has a trunk of diameter 30 cm. The twigs when young are of green color but become purplish as soon as they are exposed to sunlight. In the second year the twigs become grey and the leaves grow 3-5 inches long. The flowers are characterized by white to pinkish color, 3-5 cm diameter and usually consist of 5 petals. The fruit matures in the autumn, about 8 months after flowering but still for an economic bearing, one more year is required. The fruit is about 4-6 cm long and in specific terms is not exactly a nut, but rather a drupe. A drupe is a fruit in which an outer fleshy part surrounds a shell containing a seed but instead of being fleshy the outer part of the fruit is thick and leathery in texture. Inside this hull is a hard, woody shell which packs the edible seed known to many as almond. The seed acquired from the woody shell is covered by a thin brownish skin, which when pealed reveals the inner color of almond; i.e. off white. Almonds can further be categorized into two types: i. Sweet Almonds ii. Bitter Almonds




My Name is Mina


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There's an empty notebook lying on the table in the moonlight. It's been there for an age. I keep on saying that I'll write a journal. So I'll start right here, right now. I open the book and write the very first words: My name is Mina and I love the night. Then what shall I write? I can't just write that this happened then this happened then this happened to boring infinitum. I'll let my journal grow just like the mind does, just like a tree or a beast does, just like life does. Why should a book tell a tale in a dull straight line? And so Mina writes and writes in her notebook, and here is her journal, Mina's life in Mina's own words: her stories and dreams, experiences and thoughts, her scribblings and nonsense, poems and songs. Her vivid account of her vivid life. In this stunning book, David Almond revisits Mina before she has met Michael, before she has met Skellig. Shortlisted for the 2012 Carnegie Medal.