A pocket-size, no-nonsense, no-clutter guide to Egypt, written by an Egyptian-American Egyptologist. Quick, easy, and comprehensive reference to sites of antiquities and recreation. From the lively Nile Valley, to the solitary deserts, to the diverse Sinai, to the lush oases, to the exotic underwater life of the Red Sea, to the Mediterranean beaches. Find your way with numerous maps and illustrations. Tips to understanding both the modern and ancient Egyptian cultures. Informative, detailed, and illustrated glossary.
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Moustafa Gadalla is known for his direct, clear style of writing. In this book, he has compiled a handy reference to all the important sites of antiquity in Egypt, as well as modern and recreational attractions. This is a culmination of his travel experiences throughout the country, over the years. He has included historical information, as well as comments about ancient and modern culture, all in one compact book, which you really can fit in your pocket.
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Moustafa Gadalla is an Egyptian American independent Egyptologist, who was born in cairo, Egypt in 1944. he holds a bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from Cairo University.
From his early childhood,Gadalla pursued his Ancient Egyptian roots with passion, through continuous study and research. Since 1990,he has dedicated and concentrated all his time to researching and writing.
Gadalla is the author of thirteen internationally acclaimed books about the various aspects of the Ancient Egyptian history and civilization and its impact worldwide. His books are alos found in seven other living languages.
Gadalla is the chairman of the Tehuti research foundation -- an international, US based, non-profit organization dedidacted to Ancient Egyptian studies.
Gadalla is also the founder and Dean of the on-line Egyptian Mystical Universisty for public education of the Egyptian deep knowledge and wisdom.
From his early childhood,Gadalla pursued his Ancient Egyptian roots with passion, through continuous study and research. Since 1990,he has dedicated and concentrated all his time to researching and writing.
Gadalla is the author of thirteen internationally acclaimed books about the various aspects of the Ancient Egyptian history and civilization and its impact worldwide. His books are alos found in seven other living languages.
Gadalla is the chairman of the Tehuti research foundation -- an international, US based, non-profit organization dedidacted to Ancient Egyptian studies.
Gadalla is also the founder and Dean of the on-line Egyptian Mystical Universisty for public education of the Egyptian deep knowledge and wisdom.
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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
VERY RECOMMENDED,
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This review is from: Egypt: A Practical Guide (Paperback)
Well organized, easy to consult, this is one of the best guides ever published on Egypt. It provides all the necessary information to properly prepare a trip; it tells the reader what to see when traveling in Egypt, and even gives a brief background to ancient Egyptian monuments. This is a definite must for all to better know and understand ancient and modern Egypt.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
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Egypt: A Practical Guide,
By Barry Clarke (Kent, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Egypt: A Practical Guide (Paperback)
Having just returned from Egypt I found this book rather a blinkered view by a man with several bees in his bonnet. Although the descriptions of the tombs were good the book lacked the breadth and detail required by a first time traveller. It certainly lacked the kind of practical step by step realities needed to actually travel around and see these sites. I found the Rough Guide excellent in comparison.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of information in a little book,
By "pattiel" (Hatboro, PA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Egypt: A Practical Guide (Paperback)
As a first time traveler to Egypt, I found this book to be very helpful. There were not a lot of details, however, you should always do your detailed homework on the places you visit BEFORE you leave the country. Each night before arriving at the next destination, I would read about the city we would be visiting. It gave very good descriptions on the sites we would be seeing and in general, was a very useful tool. It is small enough that it fits anywhere in your bag. It includes diagrams and history of the tombs and historic sites. Also includes what to wear and what not wear. Word of caution...be very considerate of their customes. You are a guest in a third world country. The author covers other situations too that should be considered when traveling to this exciting land. For those of you who have not had the experience of traveling to Egypt, I can say it was the trip of a lifetime! We would go back in a heartbeat! When the world situation calms down, go...the people are friendly and we never felt uncomfortable.
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