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Cleopatra

by H. Rider Haggard

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1889
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From a prison tower at Abouthis, Harmachis looks back on the hopes once placed in him as an Egyptian priest and claimant to the throne. His account begins with temple worship, his father's sacred office, and a prophecy spoken over his cradle. He presents his personal failure as a betrayal of Egypt and its gods, giving this historical romance the voice of a man burdened by both religious duty and political ambition.

The court scenes bring that solemn voice into rooms filled with Greek art, marble, gold, and guarded doorways. Charmion guides the visitor toward Cleopatra's chamber, using the queen's signet to gain entry while managing the soldiers around her. Haggard sets sacred loyalties beside courtly display and the pressure of Roman power.

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H. Rider Haggard

Sir Henry Rider Haggard was an English writer of adventure fiction romances set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a pioneer of the lost world literary genre. He was also involved in land reform throughout the British Empire.

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First published
1889
Reading time
About 7 hours
Pages
201
Language
English
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