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The Rise of the Egyptian Middle Class provides a comprehensive analysis of Egypt’s emerging middle class during a transformative period in the nation’s history. Relli Shechter traces the socio-economic mobility patterns from President Nasser’s revolutionary era through President Sadat’s reign, examining how expanding educational and professional opportunities created new social tensions.
The book investigates the paradox of economic advancement coupled with growing public discontent among the rising middle class. Through meticulous research and historical analysis, Shechter reveals how structural economic changes, state policies, and shifting social expectations combined to fuel political grievances. The work offers valuable insights into the relationship between economic development, class formation, and political stability in modern Middle Eastern societies.
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