Antony and Cleopatra: Band 17/Diamond (Collins Big Cat) - Softcover

Book 140 of 192: Collins Big Cat

Dougherty, John

 
9780008179519: Antony and Cleopatra: Band 17/Diamond (Collins Big Cat)

Synopsis

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A beautiful and powerful, retelling of the ultimate love story, between Anthony and the Egyptian queen, Cleopatra. But when war reopens old wounds, even a love as strong as theirs will struggle to survive.

Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.

Text type: Fiction from our literary heritage

Curriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage

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About the Author

John Dougherty was born in Larne, Northern Ireland and worked as a primary teacher for several years before leaving to concentrate on his writing. He has published several books for children and has been shortlisted for a number of prestigious awards. His book, Zeus Sorts It Out, was one of The Times children's books of the year 2011.

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Key Stage 2 English

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