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Ptolemy XI. (auletes) died in July, 51 B. C. He left four children. By his will be appointed to succeed him on the throne his eldest daughter Cleopatra and his eldest son Ptolemy, and according to the custom of Egyyt the brother was to marry the sister. At her father's death Cleopatra was sixteen and Ptolemy thir teen years old. The tutor of young Ptolemy, the eunuch Pothinus, was an ambitious man, and, being complete master of the mind of his pupil, be calculated to rule Egypt under the new reign; but he soon found that Cleopatra would permit neither him nor Ptolemy to govern the kingdom. Proud and headstrong, Cleopatra was likewise skillful, intelligent, and very learned; she spoke eight or ten languages, among them Egyptian, Greek, Latin, Hebrew, Arabic, and Syriac. How is it possible to think that this woman, so haughty and so gifted, would abandon her share of the sovereignty in favor of a child governed by a eunuch? Either she would get rid of her brother, or if she con.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating life and enigmatic nature of Cleopatra, the captivating queen of Egypt, widely recognized as one of history's most iconic figures. It explores her strategic political alliances and personal relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, providing insights into her reign during a tumultuous period marked by civil wars and power struggles. The author delves into Cleopatra's diplomatic prowess, her role in shaping the political landscape of the ancient world, and the enduring legacy of her kingdom. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the book unveils the complex motivations, ambitions, and intrigues that defined Cleopatra's life, offering a nuanced understanding of her multifaceted character and the impact she had on her era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282534059_0
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