Here is a list of reading material if you want to know more about Egypt:

Pateman, Robert. Cultures of the World: Egypt, Marshall Cavendish, 1993.
A book with remarkable photographs, it deals with the different ethnic groups in Egypt and touches on all aspects of Egyptian life.

Goldschmidt, Arthur Jr. Modern Egypt: The Formation of a Nation-State, Westview Press Inc., 1988.
This book traces the history of Egypt from the Pharaohs to Hosni Mubarak. The author explains how Egyptian character has been shaped by various influences, both foreign and local.

Logan, Leanne, et al. Egypt, The Lonely Planet, 1996.
This is a travel guide to Egypt.

Roberts, Paul Williams. River in the Desert: Modern Travels in Ancient Egypt, Random House Canada., 1993.
A personal account of a journey through Egypt which is well written and insightful.

Web sites

http://www.arab.net
http://www.estival.cybex.fr/carte_egypte.htm