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Why Materials MatterDiscover the transformative power of materials with 'Why Materials Matter' by Seetal Solanki, published by Prestel Publishing. This brand new hardback book, measuring 240 x 300 mm and comprising 240 enlightening pages, investigates the intriguing relationship between materials from our past and their potential in shaping a sustainable future. Through the lens of artists, designers, and scientists, explore innovative solutions to pressing material
Discover the transformative power of materials with 'Why Materials Matter' by Seetal Solanki, published by Prestel Publishing. This brand new hardback book, measuring 240 x 300 mm and comprising 240 enlightening pages, investigates the intriguing relationship between materials from our past and their potential in shaping a sustainable future. Through the lens of artists, designers, and scientists, explore innovative solutions to pressing material challenges, revealing how ancient techniques like fabric dyeing and glue-making can lead to renewable consumer products. Delve into the possibilities of recycling plastics to combat food waste and discover how emerging light metal technologies could revolutionize air travel by reducing fuel dependency. Additionally, the book reflects on the digital realm and its ephemeral materials, proposing how these innovations can enhance our worlds. Eye-catching and provocative, 'Why Materials Matter' is not just a compelling catalogue of ideas; it's a manifesto advocating for informed consumption, sustainable manufacturing, and thoughtful design practices. Ideal for designers, educators, and anyone passionate about sustainability, this book is an essential guide for navigating the material landscape of tomorrow.We are pleased to offer combined shipping options for your convenience. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland, and this product is readily available in NZ, ensuring no unexpected import charges, custom duty, or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 240 x 300 mm
Pages: 240
Bind: hardback
Author: Seetal Solanki Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 19-10-2018
What does it mean to live in a material world, and how do materials of the past and present hold the keys to our future? This book tackles these questions by focusing on various issues that human beings face and by discussing potential materials-related solutions. Through the lens of intriguing projects by designers, artists, makers, and scientists, it presents a colourful panoply of ideas, technologies, and creative efforts that focus on the earth’s most basic elements, while also showing how these elements can be transformed into entirely new materials. It explores, for example, how ancient practices such as dyeing fabric and making glue may hold the secret to renewable and earth-friendly consumer products, as well as how recycling plastics can tackle food waste, and how a type of light metal being developed may one day make air travel less fuel-reliant. This book also investigates the potential of the digital experience, suggesting how this most ephemeral type of matter can be used to improve our world. Eye-catching and provocative, Why Materials Matter serves as both a stimulating catalogue of possibilities and a timely manifesto on how to consume, manufacture, and design for a better future.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
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★★★★★ 4
Good book
Format: Paperback
Good book
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026
★★★★★ 5
A Test of a Young Girl's Faith
Barakah Beats is the debut novel of author Maleeha Siddiqui. It is the story of Nimra, a 12-year-old Pakistani Muslim who is transitioning from a private Islamic school to an American public school. It deals with many traditional problems children starting middle school face—self-esteem, fitting in, and making friends. What adds an extra layer of tension to this novel is the religious aspect. Nimra memorized the Qur'an at her private school and wants to maintain her Muslim identity while also fitting into her new school.
Nimra has previously had a friendship with Jenna, an American girl she thought was her close friend. Jenna seems to treat Nimra differently at school, and Nimra decides she wants to find a way to earn back Jenna's friendship. Some eighth-grade Muslim boys at her school have a music group called Barakah Beats. They befriend Nimra after they discover she is a talented singer. Nimra becomes a celebrity around campus, and Jenna suddenly wants to be friends with her again. One of the interesting dilemmas Nimra faces is that she's not sure her family will approve of her interest in music. While Nimra likes the boys and the attention she gets from Jenna and her friends, her real passion is drawing and becoming an artist. Nimra is not forthcoming and honest with the boy and her parents, and her guilt becomes too much to manage.
I enjoyed the read and empathized with Nimra's difficult situation wanting to fit in. Siddiqui's book raises interesting questions about how challenging it can be for children with other ethnic, cultural, and religious differences to find their place in American society while maintaining their identity.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2021
★★★★★ 5
She's already read this book twice!
Format: Paperback
She loves it!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2023
★★★★★ 5
muslim girl joins boy band
Format: Hardcover
I got this book for my daughter to read, her review is what follows:
Barakah beats is the perfect book for any Muslim in middle or high school to read. I felt connected to the story not many have been able to reach. She goes through what I felt as a Muslim in school, journey is like viewing my experiences through the eyes of someone else. Namira Sharif joins up with a boy band through an unexpected invitation to join them. This is where I feel she finds more about her own beliefs, some Muslims believe music is haram and others believe it the opposite. She finds her own opinions based on her journey, she makes difficult decisions and new friends as the outcome. Overall this book is an excellent read and I don't really have many complaints about it. I don't have much to compare it to since there aren't a lot of books published with Muslims portrayed in such a way. A When Barakah Beat was given to me I nearly jumped for joy seeing a new book written by a Muslim author. Namira does not run from her faith but always tries to remember it, even when she joins the band to win her best friend back. The book hits all the markers when talking about personal values, beliefs, family, and culture, a sweet and relatable read for anyone Muslim girl with a middle school experience. Be warned though once you start you won't be able to stop till you realize you're staring at the back of the book and there are no more words to read.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Joyful!
Format: Hardcover
This book is joyful and I loved the authentic Muslim character and the peace and melody she finds in the Quran. I haven't read a character who does hifz before so that was interesting for me! The story is fast paced and flows beautifully! I loved the friendship of her characters and especially when Jenna asks Nimra if she's going to wear her hijab to school! I love how Nimra owns it. I also connected to the worried parents. So real! I also loved how Nimra prays in school. I loved the family dynamic, the internal dilemma of Nimra, and how she stays true to herself when it comes to music and Quran.
I can't wait to read more stories from this talented author! Also this cover makes me so happy!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2021