When the autumn leaves fall, love whispers where it’s least expected…After heartbreak and years away, Maya returns to Willow Creek seeking nothing more than quiet and healing in her grandmother’s old cottage. But the cozy town holds more than childhood memories—it hides a man who stirs feelings she thought she’d lost forever.Daniel Carter, the reclusive bookstore owner, carries shadows of his own. Haunted by grief and secrets, he’s built wa...

"Kashf al-Mahjub" is a seminal work in Sufism, authored by the renowned Persian mystic Ali ibn 'Usman Hujviri. This treatise serves as a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of Sufi thought, blending theological insights with personal anecdotes. Hujviri's eloquent prose not only elucidates the nature of divine love and the path to spiritual enlightenment but also addresses the challenges faced by seekers. The text is revered for its depth and clarity, making it an essential ...

The years 2021 to 2030 have been designated as "The United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration". Ecological restoration and biodiversity conservation efforts face unprecedented challenges, especially in developing countries and areas, such as the Hindu Kush-Himalayan (HKH) region. This huge HKH region, which includes areas in eight separate countries (Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, India, China, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Bhutan), is a biodiversity hotspot with a vast array of ecosystems, ...

This book covers a wide range of security issues in Nigeria, including insurgency, terrorism, herder-farmer conflicts, military reforms and internal security, the Nigeria Police Force and security management, intelligence gathering and insecurity, etc. It offers an in-depth assessment of the national security strategies and policies in Nigeria along with a critical assessment of the role of intelligence gathering in security management. It is useful for policymakers, students, and other im...

His Nervous Touchby Usman AliWhen danger meets desire, the heart doesn’t stand a chance.Elena never planned on falling for a man like Damian—dark, mysterious, and carrying secrets that could shatter them both. One brush of his hand sparks a fire she can’t resist, even when every warning tells her to run. His touch is addictive, his presence intoxicating, and soon, walking away is no longer an option.But Damian lives in a world of shadows whe...

After the trauma of mass violence and massive population movements around the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, both new nation states faced the enormous challenge of creating new national narratives, symbols, and histories, as well as a new framework for their political life. While leadership in India claimed the anti-colonial movement, Gandhi, and a civilizational legacy in the subcontinent, the new political elite in Pakistan were faced with a more complex task: to carve out a se...

This translation of the most ancient and celebrated Persian treatise on Ṣúfiism will, I hope, be found useful not only by the small number of students familiar with the subject at first hand, but also by many readers who, without being Orientalists themselves, are interested in the general history of mysticism and may wish to compare or contrast the diverse yet similar manifestations of the mystical spirit in Christianity, Buddhism, and Islam. The origin of Ṣúfiism and its relation to thes...

A comprehensive guide to the modelling and design of solid oxide fuel cell hybrid power plantsThis book explores all technical aspects of solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) hybrid systems and proposes solutions to a range of technical problems that can arise from component integration. Following a general introduction to the state-of-the-art in SOFC hybrid systems, the authors focus on fuel cell technology, including the components required to operate with standard fuels...

This book offers a thorough examination of how drought stress impacts various facets of a plant's physiology, ecology, and agricultural systems. It delves into the challenges posed by drought stress, a critical issue exacerbated by climate change and its impact on water availability. By employing a multidisciplinary methodology, the book endeavours to furnish a thorough comprehension of the intricate interplay between plants and their surroundings when faced with water scarcity. It proves ...

Named as one of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles of 2012Every year, Choice subject editors recognise the most significant print and electronic works reviewed in Choice during the previous calendar year. Appearing annually in Choice's January issue, this prestigious list of publications reflects the best in scholarly titles and attracts extraordinary attention from the academic library community.The authoritative refere...

THE MOST COMPLETE AND CURRENT GUIDE TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGFor more than a century, the Standard Handbook for Electrical Engineers has served as the definitive source for all the pertinent electrical engineering data essential to both engineering students and practicing engineers. It offers comprehensive information on the generation, transmission, distribution, control, operation, and application of electric power.Completely revised throughout to address the l...

Comprehensive coverage of the background and design requirements for plastic and seismic design of steel structuresThoroughly revised throughout, Ductile Design of Steel Structures, Second Edition, reflects the latest plastic and seismic design provisions and standards from the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and the Canadian Standard Association (CSA). The book covers steel material, cross-section, component, and system response for applications in plast...