Now that Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has resigned, the country is likely to be headed for weeks, months or years or turmoil. There will be a rush to fill the political power vacuum, so let's hope it doesn't get ugly -- and bloody. Meanwhile, if you want to brush up on your knowledge of the country, its modern history, culture and people, here are some suggestions:
"Inside Egypt: The Land of the Pharaohs on the Brink of a Revolution" by John R. Bradley
The Cairo Trilogy: "Palace Walk," "Palace of Desire" and "Sugar Street" by Naguib Mahfouz
"The Yacoubian Building: A Novel" by Alaa Al Aswany
"The Cheapest Nights" by Yusuf Idris