Egypt - The Land

Egypt is a land of startling contrasts - parched deserts and lush oases, modern city buildings and ancient brick village houses. Spectacular photos feature Egypt's mighty temples and pyramids alongside modern-day life on the Nile. Topics include: - the Nile Valley and the Sinai Peninsula - the Sahara Desert and Qattara Depression - sandstorms, drought, and flooding - farming, transportation, and industry - thriving cities such as Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor - wildlife and the problems of pollution and population