Taha Hussein realized, after the signing of the British-Egyptian Treaty in 1936 AD
The dream of external independence and internal sovereignty was drawing near, and it became his duty, as a writer and thinker concerned with the affairs of his country, to contribute to shaping a vision for the future of culture in Egypt, in order to guide the youth and enlighten those in authority.
Pointing out the flaws and problems of the existing education system, he proposes solutions based on European systems.
Attempting to benefit from the advantages of the West. "And who knows! Perhaps this book, in whole or in part, will find favor with some of those in charge of education, and perhaps they will adopt some of its opinions. And who knows! Perhaps this book, in whole or in part, will find fault with some people, and perhaps they will criticize it and stir up this fruitful debate around it, which will reveal the face of truth."