Definition: Egyptianism is a philosophical and literary movement that emerged in Egypt during the late 19th century, characterized by a focus on ancient Egyptian culture, mythology, and history. It was influenced by various ideologies and cultural movements of the time, including neoclassicism, Romanticism, and Modernism. The term "Egyptianism" is often used to describe this movement because it emphasizes the importance of Egypt in modern thinking and suggests a connection between ancient Egyptian civilization and modern society