Egypt: An Auc Press Guide

by Michael Haag

From Alexandria in the north to Abu Simbel in the south, from the mountains of Sinai in the east to the oasis of Siwa in the west, and with 5,000 years of recorded history, Egypt is one of the greatest tourism destinations in the world, with something to see, do, learn, eat, or drink for visitors of every stripe. Michael Haag's insightful and thoughtful guide packs more information and good advice, historical detail and fascinating tidbits than most, and any visitor will find it the perfect vade mecum, whether exploring the bazaars of Cairo, the temples of Luxor, or the oases of the Western Desert.

512 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2010

About the author

Michael Haag, who lived in London, was a writer, historian and biographer. He wrote widely on the Egyptian, Classical and Medieval worlds; and on the Mediterranean and the Middle East.