0 economy-black-red-gold-tension-urgency-knees-rule-decline-book-cover-ideas-with-crumbling-buildings-protesters-egyptian-flag-economic-decline-persecution-lack-of-democracy-al-sisi-cracked-map-downward-trending-graph-egyptian-pound-symbol-f16930bb2b The visual composition employs a faded Egyptian flag and grunge elements as the setting to evoke a sense of decay and distress, aligning with the book’s themes of economic decline and political repression. The black-and-white portrait of Al-Sisi serves as the visual anchor, representing his centrality in the narrative. The cracked map of Egypt symbolizes fragmentation and collapse under his rule, while the downward-trending graph, silhouettes of protesters, and crumbling structures in the background subtly reinforce the underlying themes without overwhelming the cover’s focal points. Typography choices balance the political seriousness of the subject with high visual impact. Bold sans-serif title treatment ensures attention-grabbing text, while the serif subtitle lends a polished contrast. Gold accents are intentional, symbolizing Egypt's former glory and the stark loss under the current regime. The materials used fortify the professional appearance, with a matte finish enhancing the dark atmosphere while spot-gloss and foil-stamped gold create strategic visual tension to elevate key elements.