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CLEOPATRA: The Egyptian Queen. The Entire Life Story. Biography, Facts & Quotes
Download for FREE on Kindle Unlimited + Free Bonus Inside! Read on your Computer, Mac, Smart phone, Kindle Reader, iPad, or Tablet. Cleopatra VII Philopator was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, nominally survived as pharaoh by her son Caesarion. She was also a diplomat, naval commander, polyglot, and medical author. As a member of the Ptolemaic dynasty, she was a descendant of its founder, Ptolemy I Soter, a Macedonian Greek general and companion of Alexander the Great.
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Rome comes to EgyptSibling rivalryCaesar and CleopatraAssassinationAntony and CleopatraAn Alexandrian idyllDusk approaches And much more! Julius Caesar maintained a private affair with Cleopatra that produced a son, Caesarion (Ptolemy XV). When Caesar was assassinated Cleopatra attempted to have Caesarion named as his heir, but this fell instead to Caesar's grandnephew Octavian. In the Liberators' civil war Cleopatra sided with the Roman Second Triumvirate formed by Octavian, Mark Antony, and Marcus Aemilius Lepidus. Cleopatra had an affair with Antony that would eventually produce three Alexander Helios, Cleopatra Selene II, and Ptolemy Philadelphus. Octavian's forces invaded Egypt and defeated those of Antony, leading to his suicide. When Cleopatra learned that Octavian planned to bring her to Rome for his triumphal procession, she committed suicide by poisoning, the popular belief being that she was bitten by an asp.
Inside you’ll read about
Rome comes to EgyptSibling rivalryCaesar and CleopatraAssassinationAntony and CleopatraAn Alexandrian idyllDusk approaches And much more! Julius Caesar maintained a private affair with Cleopatra that produced a son, Caesarion (Ptolemy XV). When Caesar was assassinated Cleopatra attempted to have Caesarion named as his heir, but this fell instead to Caesar's grandnephew Octavian. In the Liberators' civil war Cleopatra sided with the Roman Second Triumvirate formed by Octavian, Mark Antony, and Marcus Aemilius Lepidus. Cleopatra had an affair with Antony that would eventually produce three Alexander Helios, Cleopatra Selene II, and Ptolemy Philadelphus. Octavian's forces invaded Egypt and defeated those of Antony, leading to his suicide. When Cleopatra learned that Octavian planned to bring her to Rome for his triumphal procession, she committed suicide by poisoning, the popular belief being that she was bitten by an asp.
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Published April 25, 2018
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July 24, 2018
This was a short book that gives us a lot of information on the life of a woman known to history as a great beauty. Cleopatra was more than just a beautiful and powerful woman. She was also a highly intelligent woman who spoke multiple languages. She was ambitious and observant of those around her. And yes, she was a woman who knew how to use all of her assets to get what she desired.
I learned a great deal about Cleopatra that I hadn’t known before reading this book. It was well written and the further I got into reading about her life, the more interested I became in learning more about her. If you’re interested in learning more about Cleopatra, her life, and her family, give this book a chance. It’s a quick read with a lot of information that is presented in a way that will keep you reading until the end without leaving you feeling overwhelmed or like you are reading a school textbook.
I learned a great deal about Cleopatra that I hadn’t known before reading this book. It was well written and the further I got into reading about her life, the more interested I became in learning more about her. If you’re interested in learning more about Cleopatra, her life, and her family, give this book a chance. It’s a quick read with a lot of information that is presented in a way that will keep you reading until the end without leaving you feeling overwhelmed or like you are reading a school textbook.
October 26, 2020
A quick synopsis of the life of Cleopatra, her ancestors, and the turmoil of her final days. It was good for what it is, although quite honestly, much of my confusion about this family is not writers fault but Cleopatra's family itself. The tendancy to intermarry and to name rulers with names already in use makes them quite difficult to learn about and follow. But if you want a short read about her, this is a good choice.
February 22, 2022
I found this book to be a interesting short read. It can definitely be read quickly but, I found myself savoring it a little. I enjoyed reading about her life and was fascinated. She was an interesting lady that is for sure. I’d definitely recommend this to others. I wished it would have been a little longer and had more. Overall I liked it!
August 3, 2018
Succinct and rewarding!
At first, I wanted more details, but soon realized that most would be unnecessary embellishments. This was very readable, in much agreement with facts I have seen before.
At first, I wanted more details, but soon realized that most would be unnecessary embellishments. This was very readable, in much agreement with facts I have seen before.
July 13, 2018
Fascinating.
I found this to be a very good read. It gave me facts about Cleopatra that I never knew. Well researched and well written. Thanks!
I found this to be a very good read. It gave me facts about Cleopatra that I never knew. Well researched and well written. Thanks!
December 30, 2018
Enjoyable reading. Could not put it down.
Enjoyable reading. Could not put it down. Read it in one setting. Was not like the movie at all. End of story.
Enjoyable reading. Could not put it down. Read it in one setting. Was not like the movie at all. End of story.
December 15, 2019
Short read but learned new things about this powerful woman! Was written more in bullets than actual storylike.
April 6, 2021
Amazing Read
Needed resources for my research paper in my college English class so I started with this one so glad I did!! So helpful and full of information
Needed resources for my research paper in my college English class so I started with this one so glad I did!! So helpful and full of information
February 4, 2022
Great for an over view. Well explained and enough detail for a first meeting of Cleopatra, just not indepth enough if your after something more.
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