by JohnR.Bradley (Author)
The government of Egypt banned Inside Egypt in 2008 - the first time a book on Egyptian politics had been banned in the country in decades - and quickly rescinded it after the media firestorm that followed. The book depicts a country on the brink of collapse. Through interviews with ordinary Egyptians and extensive travels in the country, Bradley reveals why Egypt is now vulnerable to another popular uprising that could bring about an Iranian-style theocracy in a country once noted for its plurality and tolerance.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Edition: Updated
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 23 Feb 2012
ISBN 10: 0230120660
ISBN 13: 9780230120662
Bradley's books suggests Egypt's rupture had clear omens . . . and was promptly banned by the Mubarak government. --The New Yorker
This dark and sober look at contemporary Egypt . . . offers a compelling explanation for the anger now being seen on the streets of Cairo. --The Christian Science Monitor
Terrifically well told and extremely sobering --Kirkus
In this highly readable and thoughtful volume, Bradley provides a devastating critique of Egypt's current dictatorial government. --Library Journal
Inside Egypt is an original, angry, brilliant, subtle, and highly readable expose of contemporary Egyptian politics and society. --Peter Bergen, author of Holy War Inc. and The Osama bin Laden I Know
Egypt is the next domino to fall and, as they say, so goes Egypt so goes the Middle East. John R. Bradley hits the nail on the head, explaining why a pillar of American dominance in that part of the world is about to crumble. --Robert Baer, former Middle East-based CIA operative, author of See No Evil and Sleeping with the Devil
John Bradley's Inside Egypt is an informed and immensely readable addition to this literature --Michael Burleigh, Kefaya
.. .a must read for anyone interested in Egyptian politics. --Nathan Field, Daily News Egypt