Napoleon Bonaparte in Egypt addresses a pivotal period in modern Egyptian history at the beginning of the nineteenth century, when Napoleon led his famous military campaign against Egypt. Author Ahmed Hafez Awad explains the political and economic motives that made Egypt a strategic target, both due to its geographical location and its wealth, which was influenced by Ottoman dominance and European colonial rivalry. The book examines in detail the economic and social situation in Egypt before the French campaign, revealing the role of the Mamluks during this period, as well as the impact of British colonialism in India in shaping the course of events. It also links the Ottoman conquest of Egypt to the international balance of power that paved the way for Napoleon. The book combines historical analysis with realistic narrative to present the reader with a panoramic picture of the beginning of the European struggle for the East, and how the French campaign represented a turning point in the history of Egypt and the entire region.
