“National Translation” issued the Arabic edition of the book “The History of Egypt’s Railways,” which is considered an important reference in studying the development of railways in the country, as it sheds light on the various historical stages that this vital means passed through and opens new horizons for understanding the impact of railways on the Egyptian economy and society. The book also provides valuable information about the achievements and challenges that Egypt faced in this field, which makes it a rich addition to the Arab library and enhances the importance of railway transportation in the history of Egypt. The talk reflects the efforts of the National Translation Company to spread knowledge and promote Arab culture
New version: "History of Egyptian railways" Under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture
Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Ahmed Fouad Hanno, Minister of Culture, the Arabic edition of the book was published "History of Egyptian railways"Written by Lionel Fenner, and translated by Dr. Hassan Nasr El-Din, as part of the Ministry of Culture’s efforts to spread awareness and knowledge through various translations, this book is considered an important reference for everyone interested in the history of railways in Egypt and Sudan, as it sheds light on precise details that have not been dealt with before in Arabic literature.
The content of the book and its importance
This book is the first of its kind to provide the Arab reader with a comprehensive account of the history of railways in Egypt and Sudan, as it includes about one hundred and fifty tables covering the most minute technical and administrative details. It also contains rare photographs and technical and engineering drawings that highlight the development of this vital facility from its beginnings until 1930, which makes the book a rich source of valuable information, and reflects the author’s efforts in documenting everything related to this sector.
The knowledge gap that the book fills
The importance of this book lies in the fact that it fills a large knowledge gap about the beginnings of railways and their development from the mid-nineteenth century, until their stability in the 1930s. The author also devoted a part to talking about the railway lines extending outside Egypt, reaching Palestine in the north, which shows the extent of the influence of this facility on the region, and reflects the importance of the book in understanding the history of transport and communication in the Middle East.
