Yasmin Khan beschäftigt sich mit der Geschichte Asiens, insbesondere mit dem Britischen Empire und dessen tiefgreifendem Einfluss auf die Entstehung Indiens und Pakistans. Ihre Arbeit zeichnet sich durch fundierte historische Forschung und die Fähigkeit aus, vergangene Ereignisse lebendig werden zu lassen. Khan untersucht akribisch die politischen und gesellschaftlichen Kräfte, die das moderne Südasien prägten, und bietet den Lesern neue Perspektiven auf entscheidende historische Momente. Ihr Schreiben wird für seine Präzision und seinen fesselnden Stil geschätzt.
Die Geschichte der Geburt des Propheten Muhammad
In liebevollen Worten und einfühlsamen Bildern erzählt dieses Buch, was sich vor über 1400 Jahren in der Wüstenstadt Mekka im Jahr des Elefanten zugetragen hat: Die Geburt des Propheten Muhammad, erzählt nach den authentischen Überlieferungen. Ein einzigartiges Lesevergnügen und dazu auch ein visuelles Erlebnis für die ganze Familie.
„Die Inspiration für dieses Buch rührt von meinem sehnlichen Wunsch, den Menschen den Iran, den ich kenne und liebe, näherzubringen.“ Yasmin Khan, Autorin des Buchs „Die Küche Persiens“, präsentiert ein Kochbuch der persönlichen Art. Über 80 vielfältige und atemberaubende Rezepte aus Persien, gespickt mit zahlreichen faszinierenden Geschichten von Land und Leute. Die kulinarische Reise beginnt bei den Vorspeisen, wie orientalisches Dattel-Zimt-Omelette, erstreckt sich über Hauptgerichte, wie geschmorte Lammschulter mit Limetten und Erbsen, und endet bei den Desserts, wie himmlischer Orangenblütenpudding mit Dattelsirup. Dazwischen reiht sich ein Porträt Teherans an einen Bericht über die Familie Esfiani, die Safran anbaut – zahlreiche weitere kurze Erzählungen und tolle Fotos fangen Land und Kultur Persiens auf einzigartige Weise ein. Diese Reise bringt einem den Nahen Osten tatsächlich näher. Plus: Eine gesonderte Liste führt zudem gluten- und laktosefreie Rezepte auf.
The story features a humorous encounter with a giant ogre whose imposing physique wreaks havoc in the forest. Moira's initial amusement quickly turns to concern as she notices the unpleasant odor emanating from the creature. This blend of humor and tension sets the stage for an adventure filled with unexpected encounters and challenges, highlighting the contrast between the ogre's intimidating presence and Moira's reactions.
A New Yorker, Guardian, BookRiot, Kitchn, KCRW, and Literary Hub Best Cookbook of the Year A dazzling celebration of Palestinian cuisine, featuring more than 80 modern recipes, captivating stories and stunning travel photography. Yasmin Khan unlocks the flavors and fragrances of modern Palestine, from the sun-kissed pomegranate stalls of Akka, on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, through evergreen oases of date plantations in the Jordan Valley, to the fading fish markets of Gaza City. Palestinian food is winningly fresh and bright, centered around colorful mezze dishes that feature the region’s bountiful eggplants, peppers, artichokes, and green beans; slow-cooked stews of chicken and lamb flavored with Palestinian barahat spice blends; and the marriage of local olive oil with earthy za’atar, served in small bowls to accompany toasted breads. It has evolved over several millennia through the influences of Arabic, Jewish, Armenian, Persian, Turkish, and Bedouin cultures and civilizations that have ruled over, or lived in, the area known as ancient Palestine. In each place she visits, Khan enters the kitchens of Palestinians of all ages and backgrounds, discovering the secrets of their cuisine and sharing heartlifting stories.
The Second World War was not fought by Britain alone. India produced the largest volunteer army in world history: over 2 million men. In this book, we hear the myriad voices of ordinary Indian people, from the first Indian to win the Victoria Cross, the nurses in Indian General Hospitals to labourers and their families in remote villages.
"This new edition of Yasmin Khan's reappraisal of the tumultuous India-Pakistan Partition features an introduction reflecting on the latest research and on ways in which commemoration of the Partition has changed, and considers the Partition in light of the current refugee crisis. Reviews of the first edition: 'A riveting book on this terrible story'--The Economist; 'Unsparing. Provocative and painful'--The Times (London); 'Many histories of Partition focus solely on the elite policy makers. Yasmin Khan's empathetic account gives a great insight into the hopes, dreams, and fears of the millions affected by it'--Owen Bennett Jones, BBC"--Provided by publisher
For thousands of years, the eastern Mediterranean has stood as a meeting point between East and West, bringing cultures and cuisines through trade, commerce, and migration. Traveling by boat and land, Yasmin Khan traces the ingredients that have spread through the region from the time of Ottoman rule to the influence of recent refugee communities. At the kitchen table, she explores what borders, identity, and migration mean in an interconnected world, and her recipes unite around thickets of dill and bunches of oregano, zesty citrus and sweet dates, thick tahini and soothing cardamom. Khan includes healthy, seasonal, vegetable-focused recipes, such as hot yogurt soups, zucchini and feta fritters, pomegranate and sumac chicken, and candied pumpkin with tahini and date syrup. Fully accessible for the home cook, with stunning food and location photography, Ripe Figs is a dazzling collection of recipes and stories that celebrate an ever-diversifying region and imagine a world without borders.
A debut novel about family and identity, wealth and corruption, the ties that bind us and the ties we have no idea we've severed, set between Karachi and London.
Focusing on fresh greens and herbs, this collection showcases vegetarian and often vegan recipes inspired by Yasmin Khan's Pakistani and Iranian heritage. Each dish emphasizes the use of plants, with chapters featuring mezze, seasonal soups, and desserts. Notable recipes include tofu shakshuka, peach and feta salad, and Persian saffron rice pudding. The book invites readers into Khan's vibrant kitchen, celebrating the nourishing power of plants while blending culinary traditions from her travels and family.
True Stories of Courage from around the British Empire
Focusing on the bravery and resilience of individuals during the Second World War, this collection reveals the untold stories of spies, resistance fighters, war reporters, and soldiers from the British Empire. Aimed at children aged eight and over, it highlights the extraordinary contributions of these heroes in the Allied war effort, showcasing their courage and the significant roles they played in shaping history.