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Somewhere between their vilification by the Emperor Augustus and Shakespearesvision of tragic lovers are Mark Antony and Cleopatra unveiled here in theirtrue colors by renowned Roman historian Patricia Southern. Despite hisreputation for recklessness hard drinking and womanizing Mark Antony was acapable leader and an astute administrator. Cleopatra was equally drivenpolitically and was determined to reconstitute the ancient empire of thePtolemies a goal which Mark Antonyas ruler of the eastworked diligently toachieve. Their association went far beyond territorial agreements howevertogether they had three children and may have married according to Egyptianlaw. But their blending of politics and romance led to the ultimate ruin ofboth their lives. Powerful and thorough this is the true account of historysmost infamous couple. «
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