ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD SAFFRON
From Old French safran, from Medieval Latin safranum, from Arabic za'farān.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SAFFRON»
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saffron in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
saffron and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Saffron: Crocus sativus L.
Providing a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the status of this particular genus, this book will be of interest to all those concerned with the study and uses of spices, medicinal and aromatic plants.
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Saffron Dreams: A Novel
Arissa Illahi, a Muslim artist and writer, discovers in a single moment that life itself chooses one's destiny.
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Secrets of
Saffron: The Vagabond Life of the World's Most ...
For saffron lovers, this book is a necessary read; for those like myself who have previously equated that spice with such culinary esoterica as gold leaf flakes or wild fennel pollen, Secrets of Saffron is a revelation—and a highly ...
The Dard-e-Dils are known for their clavicles and love of stories.
'This book reminded me of The Sopranos' Sydney Morning Herald Abe Saffron was Australia's most notorious underworld figure, for decades known as 'Mr Sin' and the 'King of King's Cross'.
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Khaki Shorts and
Saffron Flags: A Critique of the Hindu Right
This Important Tract Is Essential Reading For Anyone Who Is Concerned With The Real Nature Of The Politics Of Hindutva, And With The Increasing Communalization Of Indian Society.
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The
Saffron Wave: Democracy and Hindu Nationalism in Modern ...
In The Saffron Wave, Thomas Hansen turns our attention to recent events in the world's largest democracy, India.
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Spikenard and
Saffron: The Imagery of the Song of Songs
This study focuses upon the language of the Song of Songs in an attempt to see how individual images work together in the constitution of a poetic unity.
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The
Saffron Pear Tree: And Other Kitchen Memories
"Food and kitchens and the cycle of life: in the lives of most ordinary women these three concepts are almost inseparable. Invisible threads connect womankind to kitchens: their mother's, their own, those of their friends."
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SAFFRON»
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saffron is used in the context of the following news items.
Cops use Saffron flags in anti-riot drill, anger BJP
ALLAHABAD: BJP activists and other Hindu organisations expressed their outrage over mock rioters waving saffron flags during anti-riot drill at reserve police ... «Economic Times, Jun 15»
Govt. to set up agency for development, export of saffron
Following up on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement to bring about a saffron revolution in Jammu and Kashmir, government has decided to set up an ... «The Hindu, Dec 14»
How Afghanistan Vets Are Trying To Cultivate Peace Through Saffron
When you think of saffron, dark red strands from Spain or Iran may come to mind. But the delicate spice, one of the most expensive and labor-intensive in the ... «NPR, Dec 14»
Saffron Burrows secretly wed girlfriend Alison Balian
4 (UPI) -- Saffron Burrows secretly wed girlfriend Alison Balian in August 2013. The 42-year-old actress revealed the news in an interview with the Guardian. «UPI.com, Dec 14»
'Law & Order' Actress Saffron Burrows Reveals She Married …
Last August, "Law & Order" and "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." actress Saffron Burrows married her longtime love Alison Balian weeks after the Supreme Court passed ... «ABC News, Dec 14»
These 5 Crops Are Still Hand-Harvested, And It's Hard Work
The work involves growing the saffron crocus flowers and then picking and processing them. The flowers must be picked early in the morning, and on the same ... «NPR, Sep 14»
SLIDESHOW: Thousands descend on Saffron Walden to welcome …
07/07/14 Tour de France races through Walden 07/07/14 Tour de France comes to Saffron Walden town centre . Picture by Warren Gunn. VIEW GALLERY. «Cambridge News, Jul 14»
Iran Blamed for 'Saffron Rose' Cyberespionage Campaign
FireEye suspects that the group behind Saffron Rose is Ajax Security Team, whose members are thought to have conducted politically-motivated website ... «Tom's Guide, May 14»
Inquirer's Saffron, critic of the built environment, wins Pulitzer
Inga Saffron grew up in Levittown, N.Y., the model of modern, mass-produced suburban communities. But as a journalist, she developed a passion for cities. «Philly.com, Apr 14»
Saffron Walden area named best in Britain in rural survey
Britain's most desirable rural area to live has been named as Uttlesford in Essex - home to the historic town of Saffron Walden as well as Stansted Airport. «ITV News, Mar 14»
