Alfred J. Butler Books

Alfred Joshua Butler was an English historian deeply invested in the study of Egypt, from its Coptic era through to the medieval period. He identified as a devoted 'friend of the Copts,' holding them in high regard for their character and capabilities. Butler's scholarship critically examined British colonial policy in Egypt, advocating for the fair treatment of the Coptic minority against discriminatory practices. His most significant contribution lies in his meticulous, scholarly research, particularly in Coptology, where he rigorously corrected historical accounts and narratives surrounding the Arab conquest of Egypt, establishing his work as an essential reference for understanding Coptic history.