Overview
Egypt is a land of startling contrasts – parched deserts and lush oases, modern city buildings and ancient brick village houses. Spectacular photos feature Egypt’s mighty temples and pyramids alongside modern-day life on the Nile. Topics include: – the Nile Valley and the Sinai Peninsula – the Sahara Desert and Qattara Depression – sandstorms, drought, and flooding – farming, transportation, and industry – thriving cities such as Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor – wildlife and the problems of pollution and population