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Culture and Customs of Egypt
Molefi Kete Asante
ISBN: 0-313-31740-2
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-31740-8
184 pages
Greenwood Press
Publication: 9/30/2002
List Price: $57.95 (UK Sterling Price: £39.95)
Discount Price: $28.98 Sale Price for U.S. Customers Only. Save 50%. Ends 12/31/2009.
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Description: Modern Egypt blends African history and geography with Arab culture and religion. With its position at the crossroads of Africa, its status as a major Islamic nation, and continuing interest in its ancient monuments, Egypt makes for fascinating study. This volume provides an accessible, up-to-date overview of a society that greatly evolved, yet retains traces of attitudes and behaviors from the days of the Pharaohs.

This volume's insights into everyday life, sociopolitical structures, and cultural institutions transcend ordinary guide books. Asante, a noted Africanist, authoritatively presents the richness of Egypt from the Nile to the Nubian influence, to Cairo congestion and carpet schools. Chapters describe the land, people, history, education, tourism, religion, art and architecture, food, social customs and lifestyles, literature, media, cinema, and performing arts. A chronology, glossary, and numerous photos enhance the text.
Table of Contents:
  • Series Foreword
    Preface
    Chronology
    Land, People, and Historical Overview
    Government, Economy, Education, and Tourism
    Religion and World View
    Architecture and Art
    Social Customs and Lifestyles
    Media and Cinema
    Literature and the Performing Arts
    Bibliography
    Glossary
    Index
About the Author: MOLEFI KETE ASANTE is Professor, Department of African American Studies, Temple University. He is the author of more than 50 books, including The Egyptian Philosophers (2000).
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