Egypt

EgyptDiscover the captivating insights within 'Egypt: The Future of a Hot Spot' by Robert Springborg, a compelling exploration of the dynamics shaping contemporary Egypt. This BRAND NEW book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2017, consists of 264 pages that delve into Egypt's historic significance and current challenges. As one of the last vestiges of ancient empires, Egypt faces unprecedented pressures, threatening its political stability and societal

Discover the captivating insights within 'Egypt: The Future of a Hot Spot' by Robert Springborg, a compelling exploration of the dynamics shaping contemporary Egypt. This BRAND NEW book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2017, consists of 264 pages that delve into Egypt's historic significance and current challenges. As one of the last vestiges of ancient empires, Egypt faces unprecedented pressures, threatening its political stability and societal cohesion. Springborg expertly unravels the complexities stemming from divisions in class, religion, and ethnicity. His analysis highlights how a once-united nation grapples with governance amidst rising repression by its rulers. This book presents essential knowledge for anyone interested in Middle Eastern studies, political science, or modern Egyptian history. With insights relevant to scholars, students, and history enthusiasts alike, Springborg’s work provides a critical examination of Egypt’s trajectory amid regional instability. Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of Egyptian affairs or explore the broader implications for the Middle East and North Africa, this book is an invaluable resource. Remember, shipping is free on this item, but please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509520497
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 264


Description:
Egypt is one of the few great empires of antiquity that exists today as a nation state. Despite its extraordinary record of national endurance, the pressures to which Egypt currently is subjected and which are bound to intensify are already straining the ties that hold its political community together, while rendering ever more difficult the task of governing itIn this timely book, leading expert on Egyptian affairs Robert Springborg explains how a country with such a long and impressive history has now arrived at this parlous condition. As Egyptians become steadily more divided by class, religion, region, ethnicity, gender and contrasting views of how, by whom and for what purposes they should be governed, so their rulers become ever more fearful, repressive and unrepresentative. Caught in a downward spiral in which poor governance is both cause and consequence, Egypt is facing a future so uncertain that it could end up resembling neighboring countries that have collapsed under similar loads. The Egyptian "hot spot", Springborg argues, is destined to become steadily hotter, with ominous implications for its peoples, the Middle East and North Africa, and the wider world.