Cleopatra: Ruler of Egypt (World Leaders)

Profiles the highly educated Egyptian queen and discusses the political and historical events that occurred during her lifetime.

As familiar as Cleopatra's name may be, the fascinating details of her life will be new to most students. This strong biography presents a comprehensive portrait of the legendary Egyptian queen while offering a vivid sense of life across the highly sophisticated ancient world, from Alexandria to Rome. Sapet's engaging text is smoothly organized and filled with memorable details of the glamour, treachery, romance, and political machinations that marked Cleopatra's life. Quotes from classical texts, reproductions of artwork featuring the historical figures cited in the text, and maps greatly enhance the account. Back matter includes a time line, source notes for direct quotes, recommended Web sites, and a bibliography of both youth and adult titles. Suggest this solid title not only to teachers and student researchers but also to older teens whose interest in the ancient world has been kindled by recent films and television shows, such as the Rome series on HBO. Engberg, Gillian