William Mark Habeeb

Africa, this excellent, detailed overview, which serves as a preface to volumes that cover specific countries, introduces the continent in all its geographical and cultural diversity. As scholar Robert Rotberg says in his long, incisive introduction, "There is not one Africa." Far from the usual exotic or reverential treatment, historian Habeeb discusses the huge contemporary problems in many countries, including poverty and AIDS, and examines how...

Describes the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of Egypt. Features color photographs, a calendar of festivals, recipes, a glossary, project and report ideas, a chronology, and further resources.