44 pages 1 hour read

Stacy Schiff

Cleopatra: A Life

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2010

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Stacy Schiff's Cleopatra: A Life is praised for its meticulous scholarship and vivid prose, painting a rich portrait of Cleopatra. Critics commend its balance of historical detail and narrative flair, though some find it occasionally dense with information. Overall, it successfully demystifies Cleopatra's legendary status while maintaining readability and engagement.

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Who Should Read Cleopatra: A Life?

A reader who would enjoy Cleopatra: A Life by Stacy Schiff is likely fascinated by historical biographies, especially of iconic female figures. Fans of Ron Chernow's Alexander Hamilton or David McCullough's John Adams will appreciate Schiff's meticulous research and compelling storytelling in bringing Cleopatra's world to life.

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Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

1070L

Book Details

Topics
History: World
Women's Studies (Nonfiction)
Period
Ancient Egypt
Ancient Rome
Themes
Identity: Femininity
Society: Politics & Government
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Genre
Biography