The Development of Egyptian Arabic Press in the 19th Century
https://doi.org/10.25205/1818-7919-2026-25-6-77-85
Abstract
In the middle of the 19th century, the colonial policies of European countries strengthened the tendencies of the Arab national liberation movement. During the same period, Arab cultural life was vividly revived, with the periodical press playing a crucial role as the main platform for the development of different ideological currents and trends. This highlights the importance of this research, as it demonstrates the undeniable role of the press in shaping future events in Egypt. This article explores the role of the periodical press in forming public consciousness in nineteenth-century Egypt. The novelty of this study lies in analyzing how various ideological currents influenced the Egyptian press within the context of the national liberation movement. Its relevance is supported by an interdisciplinary approach that combines historical, political, and media analysis, allowing for a reassessment of the Egyptian press as a fundamental institution in developing Arab public discourse. The goal of this research is to examine the development stages of the Egyptian periodical press in the 19th century, identify the influence of different ideological trends, and assess its role in shaping public opinion during the national liberation movement. The study relies on analyzing primary sources, such as Arabic newspapers and scholarly literature. A comparative method is used to compare official, private, and émigré press. The study adopts an interdisciplinary approach by integrating historical and political analyses.
Supporting agencies: I would like to thank Dr. Albert Kharatyan, my supervisor, for his feedback and encouragement
About the Author
M. A. Yesoyan
Institute of History of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia; European University of Armenia
Armenia
Armenia
Myasnik A. Yesoyan, Candidate of Sciences (History), Associate Professor
Yerevan
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Yesoyan M.A. The Development of Egyptian Arabic Press in the 19th Century. Vestnik NSU. Series: History and Philology. 2026;25(6):77-85. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.25205/1818-7919-2026-25-6-77-85
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