Questions About Cleopatra: A Life

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Jane Julius Caesar, Octavian, Caesarion (Cleopatra's son, and probable son of Caesar), Marc Antony, Cicero, Pompey …moreJulius Caesar, Octavian, Caesarion (Cleopatra's son, and probable son of Caesar), Marc Antony, Cicero, Pompey (less)

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Is this a good choice for a book club?

Jennifer Delgadillo Yes! Especially feminist, history or even journalism and media analysis book clubs. what stood out to me most about this book was the examination of t…moreYes! Especially feminist, history or even journalism and media analysis book clubs. what stood out to me most about this book was the examination of the time, subjects and bias in the sources that we learn from about Cleopatra. I am not a historian and I've only read a couple books somewhat related to this time in history and I found this to be an entertaining, easy read. (less)

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How historically accurate is this book?

Harold Zeckel The author obviously read many sources for her information on Cleopatra and those people involved with her. I would think the book was as accurate as …moreThe author obviously read many sources for her information on Cleopatra and those people involved with her. I would think the book was as accurate as possible, considering the research done.(less)

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