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Cleopatra of Egypt: From History to Myth.
Fabled for her sexual allure and cunning intelligence, Cleopatra has fascinated generations since her tumultuous life ended in suicide in 30 B.C. The last of the monarchs who ruled Egypt for three centuries, she created her own mythology. Here she is seen in coins, statues, and engravings, plus modern interpretations of Cleopatra as seen in plays, operas, paintings ceramics, and jewelry. 300 illustrations.
384 pages, Hardcover
First published April 1, 2001
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Susan Walker
12Ìýbooks1ÌýfollowerDr Susan Walker (2 spaces), Keeper, Department of Antiquities, Ashmolean Museum
Research Interests: Greek and Roman art; Hellenistic and Roman Egypt.
Research Interests: Greek and Roman art; Hellenistic and Roman Egypt.
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January 1, 2015
Like many books based on the history of Egypt and that of arguably its most famous individual, the book was beautiful. The detailed explanations of each item included was welcomed and unlike some books regarding Cleopatra, many of the objects actually related to Cleopatra's life. I enjoyed the different essays on Cleopatra, although some were seemingly more biased in one direction or the other. I wasn't a big fan of the inclusion of the chapter with artwork over the past few hundred years regarding interpretations of Cleopatra. I guess I am a Cleopatra purist and do not enjoy ridiculous paintings rendering Cleopatra and Antony in medieval outfits and other nonsensical depictions. Overall I felt the book transported me back to the time in question with more effectiveness than many others I have read.
February 26, 2020
This is probably the most valuable book available showcasing artifacts from Cleopatra’s reign. It is not a biography by any means, but it includes academic papers on facets of Cleopatra’s life and the late Hellenistic era that reinforce the physical finds. I believe many people give this book a poor rating because they expected a chronological narrative-like biography. This is more of a museum exhibition put into a beautifully photographed volume.
April 12, 2016
I love anything to do with Queen Cleopatra and Ancient Egypt. So this book was a find for me cause I never got to see the exhibition when it was here in the UK. I am continually dipping in and out of this book all the time.
May 25, 2008
Got this book from the library when I was obsessed with researching Cleopatra.
June 23, 2014
A glimpse into the world of this long gone figure, passed from the past and hijacked in the dust of time.
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