The Egyptian Dream : : Egyptian National Identity and Uprisings / / Noha Mellor.

• Superior document: Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter Edinburgh University Press Complete eBook-Package 2014-2015
• VerfasserIn: Mellor, Noha,
• Place / Publishing House: Edinburgh : : Edinburgh University Press, , [2022]; ©2015
• Year of Publication: 2022
• Language: English
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (200 p.)
• Format: Mode of access: Internet via World Wide Web.
• ISBN: 9781474403207; 9783110780451
• DOI: 10.1515/9781474403207?locatt=mode:legacy
• Access: restricted access
• Hierarchical level: Monograph
• Statement of Responsibility: Noha Mellor.

Explores the struggle to define Egyptian national identity post-independenceThe story of Egyptian identity from the beginning of the twentieth century is one constructed by statesmen, intellectuals and Islamic thinkers. This book argues that the current fragmentation of Egypt's political scene reflects the increasing social division in a country where 'the people' are demanding a redefinition of their national identity. Scrutinising the society behind the uprisings that began in 2011 and their diverse economic, ideological and sectorial demands, it also looks at the desperate state's attempt to construct a unified Egyptian identity - an attempt which has resulted in further splitting Egyptian society.Key FeaturesConsiders the social context that caused and continues to stir the conflict in EgyptOffers a fresh perspective on Egyptian society and its multiple layersFocuses on the role of language and education in enforcing the status quoIncludes case studies illustrating the development of nationalist discourse in Egypt