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'''Gamal Hamdan''' ([[Egyptian Arabic|Arabic]]: جمال حمدان; February 2, 1928 – April 17, 1993) was an Egyptian [[geographer]] and scholar known for his |
'''Gamal Hamdan''' ([[Egyptian Arabic|Arabic]]: جمال حمدان; February 2, 1928 – April 17, 1993) was an Egyptian [[geographer]] and scholar known for his work on [[Egypt|Egypt's]] geography, history, and culture.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=29 December 2015 |title=Dr. Gamal Hemdan (1928-1993) |url=https://sis.gov.eg/Story/98648/Dr.-Gamal-Hemdan--(1928-1993)?lang=en-us |access-date=18 October 2024 |website=Egyptian State Information Service}}</ref>{{citation needed|date=September 2024}} |
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== Early life and education == |
== Early life and education == |
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Hamdan was born on February 2, 1928, in the [[Qalyubia Governorate]], Egypt.<ref name=":0" /> He received his primary and secondary education in Egypt, showing an early aptitude for geography. Hamdan pursued higher education at [[Cairo University]], where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction.<ref name=":0" /> |
Hamdan was born on February 2, 1928, in the [[Qalyubia Governorate]], Egypt.<ref name=":0" /> He received his primary and secondary education in Egypt, showing an early aptitude for geography. Hamdan pursued higher education at [[Cairo University]], where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction.<ref name=":0" /> |
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Following his undergraduate studies, Hamdan received a scholarship to study at the [[University of Reading]] in the [[United Kingdom]]. There, he earned his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees under the guidance of Professor Austen Miller, a prominent geographer of the time.<ref name=":0" /> |
Following his undergraduate studies, Hamdan received a scholarship to study at the [[University of Reading]] in the [[United Kingdom]]. There, he earned his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees under the guidance of Professor Austen Miller, a prominent geographer of the time.<ref name=":0" />{{citation needed|date=September 2024}} |
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== Academic career and contributions == |
== Academic career and contributions == |
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After completing his doctoral studies, Hamdan returned to Egypt and became a faculty member at Cairo University.<ref name=":0" /> His academic work primarily focused on the geography, history, and culture of Egypt and the Arab world. |
After completing his doctoral studies, Hamdan returned to Egypt and became a faculty member at Cairo University.<ref name=":0" /> His academic work primarily focused on the geography, history, and culture of Egypt and the Arab world.{{citation needed|date=September 2024}} |
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| ⚫ | "The Personality of Egypt", one book of his trilogy on Egypt's character and its position in the world, is considered his magnum opus,<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=1 October 2014 |title=Book Release: Reprint of Gamal Hamdan's 'The Character of Egypt' |url=https://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/18/0/112170/Books/Book-Release-Reprint-of-Gamal-Hamdans-The-Characte.aspx |access-date=18 October 2024 |website=Ahram Online}}</ref> taking ten years to complete and drawing from over 900 references in multiple languages. |
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Hamdan is best known for his trilogy on Egypt's character and its position in the world: |
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1. The Personality of Egypt |
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2. Studies of the Arab World |
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3. The Contemporary Islamic World Geography |
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| ⚫ | "The Personality of Egypt" is considered his magnum opus,<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=1 October 2014 |title=Book Release: Reprint of Gamal Hamdan's 'The Character of Egypt' |url=https://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/18/0/112170/Books/Book-Release-Reprint-of-Gamal-Hamdans-The-Characte.aspx |access-date=18 October 2024 |website=Ahram Online}}</ref> taking ten years to complete and drawing from over 900 references in multiple languages. |
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== Major works == |
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Hamdan was a prolific writer, authoring numerous books and articles in both Arabic and English. Some of his notable works include: |
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- Studies on the Arab World (1958) |
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- Patterns of Environments (1958) |
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- The Arab City (1964) |
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- Anthropology of Jews (1967) |
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- The Contemporary Islamic World (1971) |
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- Egypt's Identity: A Study in the Genius of the Place (1975–84, four volumes) |
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== Approach and methodology == |
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Hamdan's work is characterized by a multidisciplinary approach that integrates geography with history, sociology, politics, and culture. He emphasized the unique geographical and historical aspects of Egypt and their influence on its development and character. |
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== Recognition and awards == |
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Hamdan received several awards for his academic contributions, including: |
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- State Incentive Prize for Arts and Letters (1959) |
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- State Merit Prize for Social Science (1986) |
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- Scientific Criticism Award by the State of Kuwait (1986) |
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- Order of Merit of the First Class for Science and Arts (1988) |
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However, reports suggest that Hamdan declined to accept most awards after 1959, preferring to focus on his academic work. |
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== Legacy == |
== Legacy == |
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Gamal Hamdan | |
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| Born | February 4, 1928 Nai village, Qalyubia Governorate, Egypt |
| Died | April 17, 1993 (aged 65) Cairo, Egypt |
Gamal Hamdan (Arabic: جمال حمدان; February 2, 1928 – April 17, 1993) was an Egyptian geographer and scholar known for his work on Egypt's geography, history, and culture.[1][citation needed]
Early life and education
[edit]Hamdan was born on February 2, 1928, in the Qalyubia Governorate, Egypt.[1] He received his primary and secondary education in Egypt, showing an early aptitude for geography. Hamdan pursued higher education at Cairo University, where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction.[1]
Following his undergraduate studies, Hamdan received a scholarship to study at the University of Reading in the United Kingdom. There, he earned his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees under the guidance of Professor Austen Miller, a prominent geographer of the time.[1][citation needed]
Academic career and contributions
[edit]After completing his doctoral studies, Hamdan returned to Egypt and became a faculty member at Cairo University.[1] His academic work primarily focused on the geography, history, and culture of Egypt and the Arab world.[citation needed]
"The Personality of Egypt", one book of his trilogy on Egypt's character and its position in the world, is considered his magnum opus,[1][2] taking ten years to complete and drawing from over 900 references in multiple languages.
Legacy
[edit]- Gamal Hamdan was assassinated on April 17, 1993. His work continues to be studied and referenced in academic circles, particularly in the fields of Egyptian and Arab world studies.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f "Dr. Gamal Hemdan (1928-1993)". Egyptian State Information Service. 29 December 2015. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
- ^ "Book Release: Reprint of Gamal Hamdan's 'The Character of Egypt'". Ahram Online. 1 October 2014. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
