The Illustrated Guide to the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo Pharaohs flashes past a stretch of

flashes past a stretch of cozy suburban homes

Nehal Leheta

printed on heavy white paper with excellent opacity ideal for coloring with a range of instruments-markers

became the founder of the first independent state in Egypt since antiquity

As visitors arrive after sunset at the first pylon and walk through the magnificent hypostyle hall

The Illustrated Guide to the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo Pharaohs flashes past a stretch ofBernard OKane Cairos Museum of Islamic Art houses one of the richest collections of artifacts from all periods of Islamic history and all parts of the Islamic world. Structured as a guide, but fully illustrated with superb color photographs, this book suggests a simple but comprehensive itinerary through one of Egypts most fascinating museums. Taking readers through the various exhibits, this useful guidebook explains and illuminates the esthetic and