Traveller's History of Egypt

£9.99

“A Traveller’s History of Egypt” communicates the magic of the pharaohs alongside a level-headed discussion of Islam for the benefit of modern travellers. This book does not just concentrate on the Nile and Pyramid, but gives an overview of the complete history of the country.

Harry Adès spans the entire history of Egypt, from the murkiest origins of prehistory right up to the latest developments. There are few books on the country that attempt this feat, but to do so is perhaps more important today than it has ever been, at a time when an understanding of contemporary Egypt is not merely an advantage for travel there, but a necessity. It will make sense of the major controversies and guide the reader carefully where Egyptologists cannot agree - whether it be the dates of certain kings or the positioning of whole dynasties.

A full chronology of major events, a cross-referenced historical gazetteer, a list of pharaohs, ruler and presidents, a bibliography, index and historical maps, will add to its accessibility, and afford it the most useful elements of a reference book.