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
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