In Dark Star Safari the wittily observant and endearingly irascible Paul Theroux takes readers the length of Africa by rattletrap bus, dugout canoe, cattle truck, armed convoy, ferry, and train. In the course of his epic and enlightening journey,...

Egypt has all the elements of an ideal tourist destination. Its varied temperate climate makes it suitable for holidays most of the year. It also boasts a wealth of historical monuments, scenic landscapes, modern entertainment and a variety of...