Cleopatra's Daughter

Name: Cleopatra's Daughter
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781800244825
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Egyptian Princess, Roman Prisoner, African Queen

By Jane Draycott

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Cleopatra's Daughter by Jane Draycott delves into the intriguing life of Cleopatra Selene, the daughter of the legendary Cleopatra and Mark Antony. The biography offers an insightful exploration into her upbringing amidst the political tumult of ancient Rome and Egypt. It paints a vivid picture of her resilience and influence as she navigates her role as a royal captive and later as a queen in her own right.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by ancient history, particularly the intricate world of Ancient Egypt and Rome, and are eager to explore the life of Cleopatra's lesser-known offspring with vivid detail and scholarly insight. This biography delves into themes of power, politics, and survival, appealing to those curious about the interplay of historical figures shaping empires.

Cleopatra's Daughter

The first modern biography of Cleopatra Selene – the daughter of Cleopatra VII.

A first biography of Cleopatra Selene – the daughter of Cleopatra VII.

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Cleopatra's Daughter focuses on the intriguing life of Cleopatra Selene, the daughter of Cleopatra VII of Egypt and Mark Antony. She emerges as the only member of the Ptolemaic dynasty to survive the defeat of her parents by the future Roman emperor Augustus at the Battle of Actium.

Captured and paraded as a prisoner during a Roman triumph, Cleopatra Selene was later raised in the household of Augustus’ sister, Octavia. Her story takes a significant turn when she marries a North African prince, becoming the co-ruler of the Roman client-state of Mauretania.

Author Jane Draycott meticulously recreates the life and times of this remarkable woman who rose to power at a time when most women were marginalised. Cleopatra's Daughter sheds new and revelatory light on Roman politics, society, and culture during the Empire's nascent years, through the lens of a woman whose life defied the limitations of her era.

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Cleopatra's Daughter by Jane Draycott receives praise for vividly bringing to life the story of Cleopatra Selene, an often overlooked but intriguing historical figure. The book highlights her intelligence and power within the contexts of Macedonian, Roman, and Egyptian heritage, offering a richly detailed look at her world. Critics commend Draycott's skill in using both archaeological and literary sources to create a captivating narrative that elevates Cleopatra Selene to her deserved place in history.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800244825

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Apollo

Illustration: 40 integrated b&w & 1x8pp col

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 287g

Pages: 336

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Ancient & Classical History Biography & Memoir History & Military Jane Draycott Non-Fiction Political Biographies Royalty & Religion Biographies

About the Author

Jane Draycott is a Roman historian and archaeologist with a special interest in Graeco-Roman Egypt. She has degrees in archaeology, ancient history and classics, has worked in academic institutions in the UK and Italy, and excavated sites ranging from Bronze Age villages to First World War trenches across Europe. She has written academic books and articles on a range of subjects related to ancient history and archaeology. Jane is currently Lecturer in Ancient History at the University of Glasgow, and co-director of the University's Games and Gaming Lab.