EgyptEgypt lies at a crossroads between Africa, Asia, and Europe and is the largest country in the Middle East. Egypt's other geographical feature is its deserts. The Nile helped in the cultivation of crops, while the deserts helped keep Egypt isolated. This work explores the people, culture, history, environment, economy, and government of Egypt. |
Contents
Introducing Egypt | 8 |
Physical Landscapes | 15 |
Egypt Through Time | 28 |
People and Culture | 44 |
Government and Politics | 62 |
Egypts Economy | 79 |
Living in Egypt Today | 92 |
Egypt Looks Ahead | 99 |
Facts at a Glance | 105 |
History at a Glance | 108 |
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Further Reading | 111 |
Picture Credits | 112 |
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About the Contributors | 118 |
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