Cleopatra: The Life and Death of the Egyptian Queen

Author: Flammarion
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Alexandria, the capital of Egypt around 50 BC, with its lighthouse, library, and museum. There is also its young queen. Cleopatra was not only beautiful but also loved politics. Through her love for the Roman rulers, first Caesar, then Antony, she defended her country and made it prosperous. Until that day, in 30 BC, Octavian's army arrived at the city. Antony committed suicide, and Cleopatra also died. Egypt became part of Rome. Between history and legend, Edith Flammarion outlines the life of the famous queen of Egypt, Cleopatra, during the decline of the country.