This profound work by Mohamed Hossam El-Din Ismail meticulously chronicles the fascinating urban and socio-political evolution of Cairo during a critical seventy-four-year period, spanning from Muhammad Ali's consolidation of power in 1805 to Khedive Ismail's reign in 1879. The author explores how the city transitioned from a traditional Ottoman provincial capital into a burgeoning modern metropolis, examining key developments in infrastructure, administration, and social fabric. It offers an invaluable resource for understanding the historical forces that shaped contemporary Cairo and is essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of Egyptian history and urban studies.