Cleopatra (World Leaders Past & Present) [Library Binding]

Dorothy Hoobler (Author), Thomas Hoobler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1987 | Series: World Leaders Past & Present

A biography of the Egyptian queen who gained and maintained power over her kingdom through her alliance with Julius Caesar and later Marc Antony.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 8 Up Cleopatra's genius, beauty, and ruthless ambition changed the course of the ancient world. Centuries after her death, her larger-than-life persona comes alive in this vibrant biography. Her fabled exploits rival any adventure story. However, the Hooblers use solid research to show that Cleopatra was far more than just the ``Siren of the Nile.'' Her life was a series of bold gambles in her quest for world domination, a deadly game she ultimately lost. Memorable quotations from ancient historians enliven the margins of almost every page. The many black-and-white photographs of ancient artifacts and of later depictions of Cleopatra's life are skillfully integrated into the text. Well researched, well written, well illustrated, and well worth reading. Marguerite F. Raybould, Glendale Public Library, Calif.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Library Binding: 115 pages
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications; Revised edition (April 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0877545898
• ISBN-13: 978-0877545897
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,991,031 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)