Schooling the Nation: Education and Everyday Politics in Egypt

Hania Sobhy's book explores the Egyptian uprising through the lens of education, offering novel insights on the years leading to and following the 2011 unrest. It reveals the constellations of violence, neglect, and marketization that pervaded schools and shows how young people negotiated state and national belonging.

Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Hania Sobhy delves into the intricate tapestry of the Egyptian uprising, shedding light on the lived experiences of citizens in the years preceding and following the so-called Arab Spring. Through captivating narratives sourced from students and staff members of Egyptian schools, Sobhy unveils fresh perspectives on the tumultuous years that paved the way for and witnessed the unrest of 2011. By offering a comprehensive portrayal of education in Egypt, Sobhy uncovers the interwoven threads of violence, neglect, and marketization that permeated schools, illuminating how young individuals navigated the complexities of state and national identity. By treating schools as pivotal disciplinary and nation-building institutions, this book delineates the diverse pathways through which citizenship was cultivated, experienced, and envisioned during those pivotal years. Moreover, this title is also accessible as Open Access on Cambridge Core, ensuring widespread access to its insightful content.

ISBN-13: 9781108832380