Secret History Of The English Occupation Of Egypt

""Secret History of the English Occupation of Egypt: Being a Personal Narrative of Events"" is a book written by Wilfrid Scawen Blunt that provides a detailed account of the English occupation of Egypt during the late 19th century. The author, who was a British diplomat and a prominent figure in the Egyptian nationalist movement, offers a unique perspective on the events that led to the occupation, including the political and economic motivations behind it. Blunt's personal experiences and observations during his time in Egypt provide a firsthand account of the impact of the occupation on the Egyptian people and their culture. He also sheds light on the role of key figures in the occupation, including Lord Cromer, the British Consul-General in Egypt, and Khedive Tewfik, the ruler of Egypt at the time. The book delves into the tensions and conflicts that arose between the British and the Egyptians, as well as the resistance movements that emerged in response to the occupation. Blunt also discusses the impact of the occupation on the wider Middle East region and its role in shaping the political and social landscape of the region in the years to come. Overall, ""Secret History of the English Occupation of Egypt"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of a crucial period in Egypt's history and the role of the British in shaping it.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.