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River In The Desert - A Modern Traveller In Ancient Egypt

Paul William Roberts

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Journey through ancient and modern Egypt.

"River In The Desert" would be a great read for those who are interested in exploring ancient and modern Egypt. It takes readers on a journey through Egypt's rich history and incredible cultural heritage, while also providing glimpses into its modern-day reality. One of the unique features of the book is how the author weaves personal anecdotes with historic facts and cultural observations, creating a captivating read that is both informative and entertaining. Readers are sure to be inspired to explore this incredible country themselves after reading this book.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

River In The Desert - A Modern Traveller In Ancient Egypt

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ISBN: 9781845111816
Date of Publication: 2006-10-17
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Travel
Related Topics: History, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.92
(rated by 61 readers)

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Egypt is as old as history itself. It is home to some of the world's greatest treasures, a pantheon of dazzling gods and kings, and the roots of the civilised world. Today it is the political and cultural heart of the Arab world and a country of startling contrasts and contradictions. River in the Desertis Paul William Roberts' account of his travels through Egypt, delving into the hidden depths of this great country – at once familiar and yet unknown. Setting out to explore every facet of ancient and modern Egypt, Roberts encounters magicians, politicians, monks and archaeologists. In Cairo he spends a terrifying night alone in the central chamber of the Great Pyramid and is smuggled into the clandestine gathering of a Sufi tariqa. In Nubia he is carried by boat to the great temple of Isis at Philae and reads Death on the Nilewhilst sleeping in Agatha Christie's bedroom. He embarks on an eventful voyage up the Nile from Aswan to Luxor,
 

Journey through ancient and modern Egypt.

"River In The Desert" would be a great read for those who are interested in exploring ancient and modern Egypt. It takes readers on a journey through Egypt's rich history and incredible cultural heritage, while also providing glimpses into its modern-day reality. One of the unique features of the book is how the author weaves personal anecdotes with historic facts and cultural observations, creating a captivating read that is both informative and entertaining. Readers are sure to be inspired to explore this incredible country themselves after reading this book.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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