The Cleopatra Papers: A Private Correspondence (1963) - Paperback

by Jack Brodsky (Author), Nathan Weiss (Author)

The Cleopatra Papers: A Private Correspondence is a book written by Jack Brodsky and published in 1963. The book is a collection of letters, telegrams, and other documents that were exchanged between Cleopatra and various historical figures during her reign as queen of Egypt. The documents were discovered by the author in the archives of the Vatican, and the book is presented as a fictionalized account of Cleopatra's life based on these documents.The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different period of Cleopatra's life. The first part covers her early years as queen, when she was struggling to maintain her power in the face of threats from Rome and other neighboring powers. The second part covers the period of her relationship with Julius Caesar, and the third part covers her relationship with Mark Antony.Throughout the book, the author provides commentary and analysis of the documents, offering insights into Cleopatra's character and motivations. The book also includes photographs and illustrations of the documents, as well as maps and other historical information to provide context for the reader.Overall, The Cleopatra Papers: A Private Correspondence is a fascinating and unique look at one of history's most intriguing figures. It offers a glimpse into the private life of Cleopatra and sheds new light on her relationships with some of the most powerful men of her time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.