Egypt (Hardcover, Annotated edition)

This handbook provides an overview of the society, culture, geography, history, and politics of contemporary Egypt. While such historic monuments as the pyramids at Giza, the Karnak Temple, and the Valley of the Kings draw visitors to Egypt each year, the country is today a large and varied collection of some 79 million people. An important political and cultural force in the Middle East and home to one of Africa's most advanced economies, Egypt is rapidly becoming a major player in the 21st-century world. This comprehensive text examines all facets of life in Egypt, including its land, history, politics, and culture. It is written in a manner that makes the subject accessible and engaging for readers with little prior knowledge about the country, but also provides a critical analysis of the latest research for students and scholars familiar with Egypt and its people. Special attention is given to the historical period following the rise of Islam to enable a greater understanding of Egypt's contemporary government, religious practices, popular culture, and current events. Includes informative sections on Egyptian art, literature, music, economy, politics, geography, and much more Provides a detailed, historical chronology of Egypt from ancient times to present day Contains a bibliography, glossary, and index to facilitate further research

General

Imprint:	ABC-CLIO Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Nations in Focus
Release date:	2013
First published:	2013
Editors:	Mona L Russell
Dimensions:	257 x 178 x 38mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	508
Edition:	Annotated edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-59884-233-3
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > African history > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Customs Books > History > African history > General
LSN:	1-59884-233-1
Barcode:	9781598842333

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