Looking past the myth and misunderstanding to recount the fascinating true story of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh, Stewart and Peck's beautiful volume is the perfect introduction to Cleopatra for young readers.
Discover the true story behind the legendary pharaoh in this captivating look into the life of Cleopatra.
Although her name and story might be familiar, much of what we know about Cleopatra is shrouded in mystery. Her life was one of politics, murder, war, marriage and passion – but it was also one of pride, bravery, love and strength. Cleopatra may have lived as a goddess, but, beneath her magnificent exterior, she was just a woman who fought tirelessly for what she felt was rightfully hers.
With dynamic illustrations and a gripping, expertly researched and fact-checked text, this is the story of the woman behind the stories. Prepare to be lost in a world of kings and queens, power and strategy, love and war. Meet one of the most misunderstood women in history, demystify the propaganda spread by the men who feared her and find the truth behind it all, the truth of a powerful queen.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN: 9781526619037
Number of pages: 64
Dimensions: 305 x 235 mm
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