Cairo: Fifty Years Ago (1896) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164594604)

Cairo: Fifty Years Ago is a historical book written by Edward William Lane and first published in 1896. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of the city of Cairo in the mid-19th century, as seen through the eyes of Lane, who was a British orientalist and lexicographer. Lane spent many years in Egypt, studying its language, culture, and people, and his observations and insights are reflected in this book. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in Cairo. Lane describes the city's architecture, customs, religion, and social hierarchy, providing a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. He also discusses the various ethnic and religious groups that lived in Cairo at the time, including Arabs, Copts, Jews, and Europeans. One of the most interesting aspects of the book is Lane's descriptions of the city's bazaars and markets, which were a hub of commerce and activity. He also provides detailed accounts of various festivals and celebrations that took place in Cairo, such as the Moulid, which is a celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's birthday. Throughout the book, Lane's love for Egypt and its people shines through, and he portrays them with great respect and admiration. His writing is also infused with a sense of nostalgia for a time and place that has long since passed. Overall, Cairo: Fifty Years Ago is a valuable historical document that provides a unique and insightful perspective on life in Cairo in the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Egypt, the Middle East, and North Africa.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edward William Lane
ISBN-10: 1164594605
ISBN-13: 9781164594604
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 216
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d