Culture and Customs of Egypt / Edition 1

by Molefi K. Asante Ph.D.

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780313317408
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	09/30/2002
Series:	Culture and Customs of Africa
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	184
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.50(d)

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).

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