Economically Developing Countries: Egypt

A Study of an Economically Developing Country.

Egypt is a country of great contrasts. In this book, case studies taken across its landscapes, from its deserts to its cities, introduce us to the lives of many different Egyptians. "We live close to the desert because it is our traditional way of life," says Mohammed, who lives in the Eastern Desert. Yet other people in Egypt live in modern apartment blocks in cities such as Cairo or Alexandria.

Also find out why Egypt is poor and what is being done to solve its problems. Despite Egypt's poverty, there is hope that government action is beginning to help. As Sharira, a health clinic worker whose job is to educate people in birth control, says: "Slowly we are winning the battle."