Cleopatra By Henry Rider Haggard by H. Rider Haggard
Being an Account of the Fall and Vengeance of Harmachis
A dramatic historical novel that follows the life of Egypt’s legendary queen as she wields beauty, intelligence and ruthlessness to secure her throne, forging dangerous alliances with Rome through affairs with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony; political intrigue, military conflict and personal passion intertwine as she battles rivals, navigates cultural and diplomatic tensions, and ultimately faces the tragic collapse of her power and dynasty. The narrative blends romance, adventure and vivid court scenes to explore ambition, loyalty, and the human cost of empire in a richly atmospheric retelling of a storied reign.
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- 1889
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- British
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- English
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