Cleopatra & Julius - Literatuur en Romans - 9780349432977

A lush, unputdownable novel about the legendary Cleopatra. Discover the woman behind the myth, in this epic and opulent tale that captivates with intrigue, passion and humour. Politically astute and fiercely intelligent, Cleopatra fights to preserve Egypt’s autonomy from Rome, even as love and duty pull her in competing directions. Luminous, emotionally charged and richly researched, this is a story to savour for fans of historical fiction.

A young queen. Consecrated at birth as a royal goddess, Cleopatra learns early on from her father that to rule means to fight. She aims to safeguard Egypt’s independence from the Romans. A great emperor. Julius Caesar, a formidable warrior, helps secure the Egyptian throne for Cleopatra’s father. Years later, when they meet as rulers, their connection tests loyalties and ideals. He challenges and respects her brilliant mind, and together they confront the possibilities and perils of a shared power. Their bond could reshape nations, but in choosing between love and duty, only one path may prevail.

Pages: 384, Paperback, Little Brown

• Verschenen op 09/04/2024 bij

Functiekenmerken

• Epische en opulent vertelstijl
• Cleopatra centraal, strijd om Egypte
• Julius Caesar als bondgenoot en partner
• Verhouding tussen liefde en plicht
• 384 pagina’s
• Paperback, Little Brown, publicatie 2024

Instructies

• (geen speciale gebruiksinstructies uit de input aanwezig)