This vivid and detailed account of life in Egypt in the 19th century offers a unique window into a fascinating period of history. Charmes, a French journalist and adventurer, describes his travels through the teeming streets of Cairo, his encounters with colorful characters, and his excursions to historic sites such as the pyramids and the Sphinx. With its rich descriptions and firsthand observations, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Egypt. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.