by Stacy Schiff
First published 2011
Cleopatra, the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt, captivates the world even centuries after her death. Schiff's meticulously researched account peels back the layers of myth and legend, revealing a woman of unparalleled ambition, intelligence, and charm. As Cleopatra navigates the treacherous waters of Roman politics, she must outwit her rivals and forge alliances to secure her country's future. From her daring seduction of Julius Caesar to her doomed romance with Mark Antony, Cleopatra's story is a timeless tale of power, passion, and the ultimate price of greatness.
Genres: biography, history, historical-fiction, ancient-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: political-intrigue, power-dynamics
Setting: Egypt
Period: 332-30 B.C.
432 pages · Paperback · Back Bay Books