The great writer, Dr. Aisha Abdul Rahman (Bint Al-Shati), made significant contributions to Islamic, literary, and critical studies. She had a notable presence in Quranic studies, presenting works such as “The Exegetical Interpretation of the Holy Quran” and “A Study of Man in the Quran.” In the field of Prophetic biography, she authored “The Prophet’s Life during the Era of the Message,” among other valuable books and studies that enriched our intellectual life in Egypt, the Arab world, and the Islamic sphere. Dr. Aisha Abdul Rahman wielded her pen as a weapon to defend her beliefs and strived to uphold the truth against anyone who dared to malign or undermine this noble religion.

It discusses the roles and tasks that women can play in the world of espionage. As human beings, women are created by God with unique qualities and attributes, and they have a distinct physical structure along with inherent intelligence. In reality, they are positive partners and formidable adversaries to men in all aspects of life. Therefore, they form a “human force” with the man that should not be underestimated. In many instances, they represent a “penetrating force” that is difficult to resist.
Opinions have been conflicting about the importance of women’s involvement in the field of espionage, ranging from support to condemnation. The fact remains that “espionage” is that part of comprehensive intelligence efforts aimed at covertly examining foreign countries’ activities to access elements of strength and vulnerability. The information obtained from these espionage activities is then communicated to the decision-maker. These clandestine efforts, directed at uncovering the secrets of nations, are directed towards both enemy and friendly countries alike.
We would like to emphasize that although many enchanting female spies have used their charms and abilities as their best weapons to extract news, information, and highly confidential secrets, there are also many women who have employed their minds, knowledge, culture, intelligence, and cunning tricks to obtain the most accurate secrets and information. Moreover, many have participated in “dirty work” pursued by various intelligence agencies, such as kidnapping, destruction, and assassinations.
Now, let’s dive into the depths of this book to discover and explore a thrilling and suspenseful world where “women” take on the role of heroines. They are human entities filled with secrets and mysteries, shaping the compelling.

This book “Transformations of Islamic Discourse in Africa: From Reformist Sufism to Boko Haram” seeks to focus on one aspect of the study of the Islamic phenomenon in Sub-Saharan Africa, namely, the problematic issues and concerns related to the discourse of Islamic renewal and reform in the African context. A comprehensive vision is adopted to understand the environment and patterns of this reformist discourse across time and space, ranging from the Sufi Ahmad Bamba in Senegal, the Salafi Abdullahi Gummi in Nigeria, the progressive Farid Esack in South Africa, and the concept of modernity by Hassan Turabi, to the radical and violent revolutionary discourse adopted by Islamist groups like Boko Haram and Al-Shabaab.
The book raises several important questions that are subject to discussion and analysis. One of the key questions is the reality of the reasons and motivations that explain the emergence of the reformist discourse in many countries such as Sudan, Nigeria, Senegal, and Zanzibar. What are the patterns of this discourse and its intellectual and epistemological variations? What are the main reformist and renewal theses proposed by each discourse separately? Are there any common visions among them?
Moreover, the book explores how Islamic discourse responded to the challenges of the Western modernity project on one hand and the realities of underdevelopment and dependency experienced by African societies on the other hand
Brief About the Author:
Dr. Hamdi Abdel Rahman holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from both Cairo University and the University of Maryland, USA, under the joint supervision system in 1990.
He currently serves as a Professor of Political Science at the Institute of Islamic World Studies at Zayed University, Dubai, since 2002, and he is also a Professor of Political Science at the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, Cairo University.
He was awarded the Egyptian State Award in Political Science for his book “Issues in African Political Systems,” published by the African Future Studies Center in Cairo, Egypt, in 1998.
He has supervised numerous master’s and doctoral theses in Political Science in Egypt and abroad.
He was the Vice President of the African Association of Political Science in Pretoria (2005-2001), and he is also a member of the Advisory Board of the Swedish Network of Peace, Conflict, and Development Studies.

This book sheds light on an important period in modern Egyptian history, the era of the Alawi Dynasty, which ruled from 1805 to 1953, starting from the reign of Muhammad Ali Pasha to King Ahmed Fuad II. This dynasty began with Muhammad Ali’s unprecedented renaissance in various military, industrial, economic, social, and educational fields from 1805 to 1848. His grandson, Khedive Ismail, continued and witnessed the opening of the Suez Canal, the most significant artificial waterway in human history , followed by the British occupation during the reign of Khedive Tewfik until the July 23rd Revolution of 1952, which ended the rule of the Alawi Dynasty and declared the Republic in 1953. Within these pages, the reader will rediscover the historical memory of Egypt during that period, which witnessed numerous events and wars filled with valuable lessons.
He is a Professor of Physical Medicine, Rheumatology, and Rehabilitation at the Military Medical Academy, Al-Azhar University, and Misr University for Science and Technology. He is also a member of the University Council of Beni Suef. He has been awarded the State Appreciation Award in Advanced Technological Sciences in Medical Sciences for the year 2011, the Scientific Innovation Award from the Ministry of Higher Education (Academy of Scientific Research and Technology) in 2008, the World Federation of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Award in 2012, the Order of the Republic, the Order of Sciences and Arts of the First Class, and the Order of Honor from the Arab League in recognition of his distinguished efforts and work for veterans.
He received the Long Service Duty Ribbon and the October 6th Medal, the Silver Medal for the October War, and the Gold Medal for the July Revolution. He is the former director of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Center for the Armed Forces and the founder of the Spinal Center for the Armed Forces. He is the president and founder of the Egyptian and Arab Association for Back Pain and the Egyptian and Arab Association for Neurological Rehabilitation. He was also the former president of the Egyptian Association for Joint and Rheumatism Diseases. He is a member of the World Federation for Neurological Rehabilitation, the American Rheumatism Association, and the British Rheumatism Association.

A True Story, Not a Product of Imagination, with a File in Military Intelligence. It tells of a suicide mission behind enemy lines during the October 6th War in 1973, where the success or failure of the crossing depended on this operation.
After the infantry forces crossed the Suez Canal using lightweight rubber boats, they needed heavy weapons such as tanks, artillery, and missiles, requiring the construction of heavy bridges over the canal, a process that would take 6 to 8 hours. During this time, the infantry forces that successfully crossed to the east of Sinai would be subjected to heavy enemy armored attacks. Therefore, a unit from the ‘Saaqa’ (Thunderbolt) forces would be sent behind enemy lines by helicopters to the ‘Madaa’iq’ area, two hours after the crossing, to destroy and disable enemy armored vehicles and prevent them from interfering in the crossing operation. This was a life or death operation because failure in it would mean the failure of the entire crossing operation.
The ‘Saaqa’ unit would depart at 4:30 PM on Saturday, the 6th of October (10th of Ramadan). As the helicopters took off, they were attacked by enemy aircraft, and many of them were destroyed, making the situation complicated and dangerous. Nobody knew if any Egyptian helicopters managed to reach the ambush site in Ras Sudr, 80 km behind the enemy lines.
The General Command of the Armed Forces decided to make five attempts: two by helicopters, one by speedboats, one by amphibious vehicles, and one by gliders, to make contact with the forces that might have succeeded in reaching the strait. However, all these attempts failed, except for the suicide camel caravan.
This is the core of the story, and how the five men (three from the border guards, a tribal representative from Bedouin tribes, and a ‘Saaqa’ officer) managed to reach the strait, fulfill the mission, and then return home. Three of them carried two others back to the homeland, and the mission was accomplished, thanks to God Almighty.

On Tuesday, the eleventh of July 1882, the British fleet began shelling Alexandria. One of its fortresses responded after the tenth shot, while the other fortresses answered after the fifteenth shot. The naval bombardment of the city continued until five o’clock. The bombing of Alexandria was not caused by a single reason, as researchers have sought answers in the news of that day, that month, and even those years. The bustling city, with its inhabitants, fell victim to cold-blooded violence and a long premeditated plan for various reasons, some of which date back hundreds of years.

This is a book that sheds light on the importance of parenting and raising teenagers, not just to bestow the title of parenthood or list them as children on official papers, but to play a positive and essential role. When we choose to bring children into this world, we are responsible for guiding, directing, and educating them. We are accountable for everything we provide for ourselves and our loved ones.
This book is an educational gift for anyone interested in the subject, as it contains guidance on raising children in a socially balanced manner, by training parents on effective ways to interact with their children and implementing positive parenting methods. It also addresses the most significant challenges children and teenagers face and how to handle these critical stages, offering insights into recognizing and dealing with their psychological disorders.
The book covers dangerous phenomena such as suicide, behavioral addictions, and the risks of technology on children and family life. It delves into the mysteries and secrets of childhood and adolescence, as well as the family’s role in understanding and managing them. It takes readers on a journey into the minds and hearts of their children, encouraging them to learn effective parenting approaches with positive awareness, fostering strong psychological foundations for their little world.
Dr. Eman Abdullah holds a diploma in family and childhood studies, environmental sciences, and philosophy. She has a master’s degree in child and adolescent disorders and a doctorate in psychology with a specialization in family therapy. She is a faculty member at Ain Shams
University, in the Department of Humanities. She recommends sharing her work with universities, scientific institutions, and research centers. As the head of the board of directors of the Eman Foundation for Psychological Counseling, Training, and Consultations, she has conducted numerous training courses and lectures in various Egyptian universities, centers, and institutions. With 12 years of professional and media contribution across terrestrial and satellite channels, newspapers, magazines, and radio, she has made a significant impact in the field.”
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