The roots of Egypt's current revolt, of course, are deep and varied.

Economic worries? Check. A longstanding, inflexible government? Check. Corruption? Check? A regional spark that gives inspiration to the Egyptian masses? Check.

But, as befits a civilization that stretches back some 5,000 years, the history of the ongoing revolt is a tad more complicated than that.

Thankfully, our friends at The Economist have put together this handy reading list.

Enjoy.