
Antony & Cleopatra
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Steven Crossley
In this remarkable dual biography of the two great lovers of the ancient world, Adrian Goldsworthy goes beyond myth and romance to create a nuanced and historically acute portrayal of his subjects, set against the political backdrop of their time. A history of lives lived intensely at a time when the world was changing profoundly, this audiobook takes listeners on a journey that crosses cultures and boundaries, from ancient Greece and ancient Egypt to the Roman Empire.
Drawing on his prodigious knowledge of the ancient world and his keen sense of the period's military and political history, Goldsworthy creates a singular portrait of the iconic lovers. "Antony and Cleopatra were first and foremost political animals," explains Goldsworthy, who places politics and ideology at the heart of their storied romance.
Undertaking a close analysis of ancient sources and archaeological evidence, Goldsworthy bridges the gaps of current scholarship and dispels misconceptions that have entered the popular consciousness. He explains why Cleopatra was consistently portrayed by Hollywood as an Egyptian, even though she was really Greek, and argues that Antony had far less military experience than anyone would suspect from reading Shakespeare and other literature. In addition Goldsworthy makes an important case for understanding Antony as a powerful Roman senator and political force in his own right.
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Though the inevitable tragic end of Antony and Cleopatra looms large, I found myself wholly immersed in their story, rooting for them despite knowing their fate. Goldsworthy portrays their humanity and ambition with such nuance that their downfall feels all the more poignant.
Equally impressive is the portrayal of Octavian, whose calculated strategy ensured his survival and eventual supremacy. While his choices may not always inspire admiration, they make perfect sense in the context of the brutal power struggles of the era.
A riveting dive into history
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Well informed, accurate information! Another great Goldsworthy book!
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Great narrative history.
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" little is known " !! But, it still was a very interesting listening experience and I just love Steven Crossley reading anything!!!
Very good
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Excellent Book!!
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If you could sum up Antony & Cleopatra in three words, what would they be?
If I could sum up Antony and Cleopatra in three words those three words would be: 1) Antony; 2) and; and 3) Cleopatra.Everyone recognizes the names - especially when you put them together. This is a book about them. What other words could I need?
What other book might you compare Antony & Cleopatra to and why?
This is a terrible question.I would probably compare it to other books by Adrian Goldsworthy.
Inbetween falls the shadow...
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wonderfull history
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Anthony and Cleopatra. ... just spend your credit and soak it in. ...
Too Cool
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Again and again pleasantly surprised by thorough research, careful speculation, and fresh insights into the lives and times of Antony and Cleopatra.Fresh insights on an old story
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Another excellent book from Goldsworthy
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