Part of the popular Egypt Pocket Guide series, this compact, full-color guide is an ideal introduction to the cultural, religious, artistic, and architectural heritage of Egypt's Coptic Christian community. Covering the ancient monasteries of Wadi Natrun and the streets and churches of Old Cairo, and ranging from Deir Mar Antonius on the Red Sea to Abu Mena on the north coast, this handy book is ideal for first-time visitors and experienced travelers alike. With over 150 color photos, maps, and 3D drawings, Coptic Egypt is a colorful and informative traveling companion.
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Alberto Siliotti is a scientific journalist who specializes in Egyptology. He has written several popular books including Guide to the Pyramids of Egypt and The Discovery of Ancient Egypt, both published by the AUC Press in1998.
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Good guide book,
This review is from: Egypt Pocket Guide: Coptic Egypt (Egypt Pocket Guides) (Paperback)
Gave lots of information about the Coptic Church, some of their locations and things to see.
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The Copts are the Christians of Egypt, a community of over five million people that proudly preserves its traditions, calendar, and liturgy. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Holy Family, Virgin Mary, Coptic Museum, Holy Virgin, Upper Egypt, John the Baptist, Paul of Thebes, Old Cairo, Red Sea, Coptic Cairo Browse Sample Pages:
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The Copts are the Christians of Egypt, a community of over five million people that proudly preserves its traditions, calendar, and liturgy. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Holy Family, Virgin Mary, Coptic Museum, Holy Virgin, Upper Egypt, John the Baptist, Paul of Thebes, Old Cairo, Red Sea, Coptic Cairo Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Front Flap | First Pages | Back Flap | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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