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Cleopatra: A Life

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Book Synopsis: The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer brings to life the most intriguing woman in the history of the world: Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt. Her palace shimmered with onyx, garnets, and gold, but was richer still in political and sexual intrigue. Above all else, Cleopatra was a shrewd strategist and an ingenious negotiator. Though her life spanned fewer than forty years, it reshaped the contours of the ancient world. She was married twice, each time to a brother. She waged a brutal civil war against the first when both were teenagers. She poisoned the second. Ultimately she dispensed with an ambitious sister as well; incest and assassination were family specialties. Cleopatra appears to have had sex with only two men. They happen, however, to have been Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, among the most prominent Romans of the day. Both were married to other women. Cleopatra had a child with Caesar and -- after his murder -- three more with his protégé. Already she was the wealthiest ruler in the Mediterranean; the relationship with Antony confirmed her status as the most influential woman of the age. The two would together attempt to forge a new empire, in an alliance that spelled their ends. Cleopatra has lodged herself in our imaginations ever since. Famous long before she was notorious, Cleopatra has gone down in history for all the wrong reasons. Shakespeare and Shaw put words in her mouth. Michelangelo, Tiepolo, and Elizabeth Taylor put a face to her name. Along the way, Cleopatra's supple personality and the drama of her circumstances have been lost. In a masterly return to the classical sources, Stacy Schiff here boldly separates fact from fiction to rescue the magnetic queen whose death ushered in a new world order. Rich in detail, epic in scope, Schiff's is a luminous, deeply original reconstruction of a dazzling life.

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Discover the captivating life of Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt, in the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography - Cleopatra: A Life. Renowned biographer Stacy Schiff delves into the intriguing world of this ancient ruler, unravelling the political and sexual intrigue that surrounded her. With a palace adorned with onyx, garnets, and gold, Cleopatra's life was a shimmering spectacle that reshaped the contours of the ancient world. Through Schiff's masterful retelling, you'll unravel the truth behind Cleopatra's marriages, brutal civil wars, and her scandalous relationships with prominent Romans like Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. This meticulously researched and deeply original reconstruction of her life will transport you back in time.

Immerse yourself in the opulence and drama of Cleopatra's story as Schiff brings the historical sources to life. As you turn each page, you'll be captivated by the supple personality and magnetic allure of this extraordinary queen. Shakespeare, Shaw, and even Elizabeth Taylor have immortalized her, but in Cleopatra: A Life, you'll discover the woman behind the legend. Schiff's rich detail and epic scope will transport you to the Mediterranean, where Cleopatra's ambitions and strategic brilliance secured her status as the wealthiest ruler of her time.

In Cleopatra: A Life, Schiff separates fact from fiction, unveiling the true story of a woman who defied societal norms and shattered expectations. Cleopatra's strategic genius and indomitable spirit will inspire you, while her legendary relationships will intrigue you. Experience the intimacy of Cleopatra's life through Schiff's meticulous research and captivating storytelling. As you immerse yourself in this luminous account, you'll come to understand why Cleopatra's death marked the beginning of a new world order.

Embark on a journey that will transport you to ancient Egypt, surrounded by political power plays and forbidden love affairs. Cleopatra: A Life is a must-read for history enthusiasts, biography lovers, and anyone seeking a story filled with passion, intrigue, and ambition. Uncover the fascinating life of this influential queen and discover the truth hidden beneath the layers of fiction and misconception. Don't miss out on this extraordinary literary masterpiece.

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