This volume offers up-to-date and comprehensive information on various aspects of the Nile River, which is the main source of water in Egypt. The respective cha

Introduces the world's longest river, describing its origin, tributaries, animal life, and the different countries through which it flows.

Describes ancient Egyptian life on the Nile River. Includes a recipe.

“[A] vivid travelogue.” New Statesman “Has much to offer.” The Spectator "Sparks the imagination." BBC History Magazine "A fascinating study." BBC Histo

From Herodotus's day to the present political upheavals, the steady flow of the Nile has been Egypt's heartbeat. It has shaped its geography, controlled its eco