"Three Windows on Heaven" is a remarkably inclusive book, bringing together Chief Rabbis alongside the Grand Mufti of Egypt's famous Al-Azhar University, and leading international Anglican and Catholic figureheads. The thought-provoking essays on interfaith dialogue penned by these leading religious thinkers are anchored in reference to the scriptures.

The quest to broaden and strengthen religious tolerance, in the face of an increasingly fragmented world, is a human imperative to which all of these contributors are passionately committed. The book is edited by Aly El Samman, President of the International Union for Intercultural and Interfaith Dialogue and Peace Education (ADIC).

To understand the current situation in Egypt it is necessary to see it in a broader historical perspective and examine the evolution of Egypt since Nasser's 1952 revolution. No one is better placed to offer this perspective than Aly El-Samman, previously a close advisor to Anwar Sadat and now a promoter of intergenerational dialogue to the young pioneers of today's revolution. In Egypt from One Revolution to Another, El-Samman offers a rigorous and vivid analysis of these last sixty years of Egyptian history. His memoir, rich in revelations and anecdotes, gives us a rare insight into the thinking of some of the most famous figures of the 20th century, including the leaders of the existentialist movement in France. But, more importantly, it sets out a real strategy of peace for the shores of Mediterranean Sea and far beyond.