This Is Qatar Anecdotes From An Amateur Expat
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This Is Qatar Anecdotes From An Amateur Expat
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Author : M. Star
language : en
Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
Release Date : 2024-02-02
This Is Qatar Anecdotes From An Amateur Expat written by M. Star and has been published by Austin Macauley Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-02-02 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Ever wonder what it’s like to live in Qatar? Well M hadn’t. He couldn’t have even found it on a map... then found himself there. When M arrived in Qatar from London on his newly-minted expat assignment, he didn’t expect to be confronted with life’s most existential choices...so immediately. And he dragged his girlfriend-cum-wife too. “But I wanted to go to Singapore,” she said. “We got at least half-way there!” From job offer, to eloping in Las Vegas (because living together out of wedlock is haram), to having a kid - and back again, “TIQ” is a humorous, if not slightly exaggerated, acerbic account of an amateur expat’s trials and tribulations waaaay out of his depth in a country, frankly, he had never heard of. If you’re about to move to Qatar, or if you ever thought you wanted to visit (you KNOW you want to), TIQ will help you frame (and perhaps even answer) some non-trivial questions such as: - What would you choose with your marginal dollar - beer, or bacon? - Is it OK to eat your lunch on the toilet? - Who’s that scary voice on the radio every morning? and - Are traffic signs really just...guidelines? If you weren’t planning on moving to Qatar, or even visiting - the shock, laughs and jaw-droppingly ridiculous happenstances might just even move the needle (albeit slightly). Way back when M got his Hebrew tattoo, his mom, like any good Jewish-American, said, “Well, now you’ll never be able to go to the Middle East.” M just scoffed and said, “Middle East? Me? Never.” Who’s laughing now? (And by the way: the answer is definitely never bacon.)
Everyday Youth Cultures In The Gulf Peninsula
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Author : Emanuela Buscemi
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2020-11-29
Everyday Youth Cultures In The Gulf Peninsula written by Emanuela Buscemi and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-29 with Social Science categories.
Focusing on the struggles of youth in the Arabian Gulf to find their place in their encounters with modernity, Everyday Youth Cultures in the Gulf Peninsula explores how global forces are reshaping everyday cultural experiences in authoritarian societies. A deeper understanding of Gulf youth emerges from reading about the everyday lives and struggles, opportunities, and contributions of youth who, in the process of developing their personal identities, are also incrementally transforming their societies and cultures. Based on ethnographic fieldwork in Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, the chapters bring fresh insight into Gulf youth microcultures from the ground and invite dialogue by engaging young local and foreign academics in the discussion. In light of the general difficulties of accessing Gulf societies, the book’s nuanced, richly detailed depictions of everyday life can be of interest to academic research in Middle East studies, youth sociology, political science and anthropology, as well as to business and governmental decision-making.
Qatar
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Author : David Chaddock
language : en
Publisher: Stacey International Publishers
Release Date : 2006
Qatar written by David Chaddock and has been published by Stacey International Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Business & Economics categories.
From advice on trade associations for different industries to a listing of useful Qatari business publications, this handbook is indispensable to business travellers to the country.
Changing Qatar
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Author : Geoff Harkness
language : en
Publisher: NYU Press
Release Date : 2020-07-28
Changing Qatar written by Geoff Harkness and has been published by NYU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-28 with History categories.
A cultural study of modern Qatar and how it navigates change and tradition Qatar, an ambitious country in the Arabian Gulf, grabbed headlines as the first Middle Eastern nation selected to host the FIFA World Cup. As the wealthiest country in the world—and one of the fastest-growing—it is known for its capital, Doha, which boasts a striking, futuristic skyline. In Changing Qatar, Geoff Harkness takes us beyond the headlines, providing a fresh perspective on modern-day life in the increasingly visible Gulf. Drawing on three years of immersive fieldwork and more than a hundred interviews, he describes a country in transition, one struggling to negotiate the fluid boundaries of culture, tradition, and modernity. Harkness shows how Qataris reaffirm—and challenge—traditions in many areas of everyday life, from dating and marriage, to clothing and humor, to gender and sports. A cultural study of citizenship in modern Qatar, this book offers an illuminating portrait that cannot be found elsewhere.
Hello American Lady Creature
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Author : Lisa L. Kirchner
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-05-31
Hello American Lady Creature written by Lisa L. Kirchner and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-31 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
"Lisa Kirchner was 35 when she married the man of her dreams. They moved to Qatar for one last adventure before starting a family, but things quickly derailed. Her job brought unanticipated challenges. Then she learned she'd never have children. At least they had each other... If only the story ended there. With powerful and frank insight, the author describes what it was like to lose everything in a land that was utterly foreign. At the heart of this narrative is a magical place and time in history--Qatar at the turn of the 21st century--that shaped her own radical transformation. It's the author's first book."--
Routledge Handbook On Arab Cinema
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Author : Noha Mellor
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2024-06-28
Routledge Handbook On Arab Cinema written by Noha Mellor and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-06-28 with Performing Arts categories.
Building on a growing body of literature, this Handbook provides an up-to-date and authoritative survey of Arab cinema. The collection includes contributions from academics and filmmakers from across the Arab region, Europe, and North America, and fills a gap in media studies by examining the entire Arab region, rather than focusing on one country or theme. The Handbook also sheds light on the heterogeneity of Arab filmmaking not only within the Arab region, but also globally, within diasporic communities. It is split into six parts: Part 1 provides an overview of each sub-region in the Arab world, including a chapter on Arab animation films. Parts 2, 3, and 4 address topical themes, encompassing the representation of gender, religion, and identity politics in Arab cinema. Part 5 discusses the theme of diaspora and Part 6 concludes the volume with reflective essays penned by selected diasporic filmmakers. This book is an essential reference for Arab media and cinema scholars, students, and professional filmmakers. With case studies from across the Arab region, it's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in film and media, global cinema, and the Middle East generally.
Entering The Global Arena
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Author : Jonathan Grix
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2019-07-17
Entering The Global Arena written by Jonathan Grix and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-17 with Social Science categories.
Set against a backdrop of concerns about the potential break-up or radical change to the global world order, this volume sets out to investigate the use of sports mega-events by a number of emerging states. Sports mega-events, it is argued, can be understood as a key component in states’ ‘soft power’ strategies, that is, their attempts to showcase their nations on the international stage, increase their power relative to others via non-coercive means and to increase trade and tourism. Many studies on soft power simply cite the concept’s founder (Joseph Nye) and make little attempt at unpicking the mechanisms behind its creation. This volume does this by shining a light on emerging economies and by putting forward a soft power ‘ideal type’ to aid researchers in understanding the strategies employed by states in advancing their interests.
Working In The Persian Gulf
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Author : Blythe Camenson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991
Working In The Persian Gulf written by Blythe Camenson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Business & Economics categories.
An Illustrated Checklist Of The Flora Of Qatar
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Author : John Norton
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
An Illustrated Checklist Of The Flora Of Qatar written by John Norton and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Plant names, Popular categories.
A checklist that provides a scientific reference for the habitat and vegetation of Qatar.
Midnight In The Piazza
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Author : Tiffany Parks
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins
Release Date : 2018-03-06
Midnight In The Piazza written by Tiffany Parks and has been published by HarperCollins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-06 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Mysteries abound in this exciting race through Rome! Beatrice Archer may love history, and Rome may be chock-full of it, but that doesn’t mean she wants to move there! Too bad Beatrice’s father got a job as the head of the history department at the American Academy in Rome—now, Beatrice has no choice but to get used to the idea. When she arrives in Rome she explores her new city as much as she can, but it isn’t until she hears talk of a strange neighborhood legend that Beatrice perks up. A centuries-old unsolved mystery about the beautiful turtle fountain outside her window? Sounds like fun! Before Beatrice has a chance to explore, though, she sees a dark figure emerge from the shadows of the square in the middle of the night—and steal the famous turtle sculptures that give the fountain its name. When no one believes her story, Beatrice knows that it’s up to her to solve the crime and restore the turtles to their rightful place. With the help of her new friend Marco, she navigates a world of unscrupulous ambassadors, tricky tutors, and international art thieves to unravel one of Roman history’s greatest dramas—before another priceless work of art is stolen.