The Story Of Cairo

""The Story of Cairo"" by Stanley Lane-Poole is a comprehensive historical account of the city of Cairo, Egypt. The book covers the city's origins, its growth and development over the centuries, and its significance as a cultural, political, and economic center of the Arab world. The author explores the various rulers who have left their mark on the city, including the Pharaohs, the Greeks, the Romans, the Arabs, the Mamluks, the Ottomans, and the British. Lane-Poole also delves into the city's architecture, art, literature, and religion, providing readers with a rich understanding of Cairo's cultural heritage. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of this fascinating city. Overall, ""The Story of Cairo"" is an enlightening and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Egypt's capital city.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.