My Egypt Archive
Book • 2023
Alan Mikhail's "My Egypt Archive" offers a unique blend of memoir, ethnography, and historical analysis.
It chronicles Mikhail's experiences conducting archival research in Egypt during the 2000s, intertwining his personal journey with the political realities of the time.
The book explores the politics of access to historical materials, the challenges of conducting research under authoritarian rule, and the emotional toll of historical inquiry.
It provides insights into the everyday oppressions that fueled the Arab Spring, highlighting the importance of understanding the human experiences behind historical narratives.
Through its unique structure and reflective approach, "My Egypt Archive" encourages a deeper understanding of the craft of history and its inherent complexities.
It chronicles Mikhail's experiences conducting archival research in Egypt during the 2000s, intertwining his personal journey with the political realities of the time.
The book explores the politics of access to historical materials, the challenges of conducting research under authoritarian rule, and the emotional toll of historical inquiry.
It provides insights into the everyday oppressions that fueled the Arab Spring, highlighting the importance of understanding the human experiences behind historical narratives.
Through its unique structure and reflective approach, "My Egypt Archive" encourages a deeper understanding of the craft of history and its inherent complexities.
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Alan Mikhail, "My Egypt Archive" (Yale UP, 2023)
