Learn about the legendary queen who ruled ancient Egypt for nineteen years. As the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt, I ruled alone without the help of my husband. I was a powerful and courageous leader, and I passionately loved my people. Much has been written of my beauty, but I was also known for my composure, wit, and strength. I was a queen who was worshipped as a god. I am Cleopatra. To this day, Cleopatra remains a popular figure in Western culture, with books, plays, and movies devoted to her story. This biography follows her journey from its illustrious beginning to its tragic end, with:
- illustrations throughout
- a timeline
- an introduction to the other people you'll meet in the book, such as Julius Caesar and Alexander the Great
- maps
- sidebars
- a top ten list of important things to know, and more
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Grace Norwich has written many books for young readers on a variety of topics, including health, fashion, animals, and more. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Elisabeth Alba has illustrated several books for children, including Stablemates: Diamond. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit her at http://www.elisa-alba.com