Cleopatra: historische roman van George Ebers

A vivid portrait of the last Egyptian queen emerges from the clash of two great empires. Cleopatra’s magnetic presence, her fierce intellect and the legendary love she shares with the Roman commander Mark Antony are set against a world where politics, ambition and destiny intertwine. The narrative captures the allure that made her both a feared adversary and an object of admiration throughout the ancient world.

The author draws on a wide range of ancient sources to render Cleopatra as a fully human figure—not merely a mythic icon. By weaving together court intrigue, diplomatic maneuvering and intimate moments, the story reveals her strengths, vulnerabilities, and the razor‑thin line she walks between power and peril. Readers will sense the tension between Roman contempt for “foreign” rule and the undeniable respect she commands even from her enemies.

Through lyrical prose that echoes the poetry of the era, the novel invites listeners to step into the bustling streets of Alexandria, the opulent courts of Rome, and the quiet chambers where Cleopatra contemplates her fate. It is a richly textured exploration of love, ambition, and the price of greatness.