NAPOLEON IN EGYPT: Al-Jabarti's Chronicle of the French Occupation of 1798

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Expanded edition celebrates the 250th anniversary of Al-Jabarti's birth with an Arab view of Napoleon's conquest of Egypt in 1798. Combines historical narration and reflection with daily observations about the atmosphere in Cairo and the mood among the local population. Illustrated.

The French view of these events is described by Napoleon's secretary, but Columbia and Princeton University experts provide an introduction to the period and a stinging critique of French preoccupation with Egypt and the resulting cultural 'Orientalism.' An additional chapter examines the Arabic interpretation of Al-Jabarti's writings.