Explore the depths of Egyptian financial history from the Pharaonic times until the modern era in this detailed book that redraws the lines of development of the Egyptian economy over time, as it tells the story of Egypt's rich wealth that began during the era of the Pharaohs, passing through successive eras such as the Ptolemies, Romans, and Byzantines, where each era had its own A special imprint on Egyptian financial history. Through detailed chapters, the book delves into how successive rulers dealt with Egyptian wealth and its impact on the form of governance and economic policies. The book shows the impact of conquests and foreign rule on the Egyptian economy by reviewing the economic transformations under the rule of the Arabs, the Ottomans, and the French, up to the era of the Alawite Muhammadan dynasty, which sought to strengthen the modern Egyptian economic identity. It also addresses topics such as royalties and kharaj in detail, noting how these funds are managed and their impact on the local population. All of these chapters are presented in an attractive style and with abundant information, making the book a valuable resource for understanding how Egypt's finances were shaped and developed in the face of many economic and political challenges throughout the ages.