Cleopatra (1886) - Greville Henri

Cleopatra is a historical novel written by Henri Greville and published in 1886. The book tells the story of Cleopatra, the legendary queen of Egypt who ruled during the time of Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. The novel follows Cleopatra's life from her early years as a princess, to her rise to power as queen, and ultimately to her tragic downfall.The book is set in ancient Egypt and Rome, and is rich in historical detail and vivid descriptions of the period. Greville portrays Cleopatra as a strong and intelligent woman who uses her beauty and charm to gain political power and influence. The novel also explores the complex relationships between Cleopatra, Julius Caesar, and Mark Antony, and the political intrigue and betrayal that ultimately led to Cleopatra's demise.Overall, Cleopatra is a compelling and well-written historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of history's most iconic figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, politics, and the lives of powerful women.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104046866