Who was Cleopatra? / by Kathryn Waterfield ; illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez.
"Cleopatra was born into a time when power struggles within her own kingdom of Egypt were magnified with the increasing dominance of Rome. As more and more kingdoms were conquered by the Roman Empire, Cleopatra faced challenges at home in Egypt. When her brother Ptolemy XIII stole the throne from her, Cleopatra knew she had to befriend Rome in order to protect Egypt. Working with Roman general Julius Caesar, she regained control of her empire and served her people well. After Caesar's death, Cleopatra joined with his friend Mark Antony to ensure the preservation of Egypt. Cleopatra is remembered as the resourceful and charming leader of Egypt who helped the kingdom prosper and maintain power at a time when much of the Mediterranean was in turmoil"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593750292
- ISBN: 0593750292
- ISBN: 9780593750308
- ISBN: 0593750306
- ISBN: 9798896598244
- Physical Description: 108 pages : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm
- Edition: First edition
- Publisher: New York, New York : Penguin Workshop, 2026.
- Copyright: ©2026
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- "An official Who HQ book"--Cover.
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (page 108).
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Who was Cleopatra? -- Cleopatra's world -- The Ptolemies -- A family at war -- Queen of Egypt -- Cleopatra takes action -- A new empire -- The tide turns -- One last gamble -- In the tomb -- After Cleopatra -- Timelines -- Bibliography.
- Target Audience Note:
- Ages 8-12 Penguin Workshop.
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- Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, -30 B.C. > Juvenile literature.
Queens > Egypt > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Egypt > Kings and rulers > Juvenile literature.
Egypt > History > 332-30 B.C. > Juvenile literature. - Genre:
- Biographies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield | JB Cleopatra (Text) | 38950611651664 | Juvenile New Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Selma Public Library | J Cleopatra (Text) | 38950611591548 | Juvenile New Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Albemarle Main Library | J B Cleopatra (Text) | 31010000926727 | Juvenile Biography | Available | - |
| Alexander Main Library | JB Cleopatra (Text) | 34269001482901 | Juvenile Biography | Available | - |
| Benhaven Public Library | J B CLEOPATRA Wat (Text) | 33630005547661 | Juvenile Biography | Available | - |
| Bordeaux Library | CMB2014364 (Text) | CMB2014364 | Technical Services | In process | - |
| Bunn Branch | JB/CLEOPATRA (Text) | 72350000134766 | Juvenile New Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Cliffdale Library | CMB2014364 (Text) | CMB2014365 | Technical Services | In process | - |
| Columbus Library | J B CLEOPATRA (Text) | 31250200096357 | Juvenile Biography | Checked out | 08/11/2026 |
| Cumberland Headquarters | CMB2014364 (Text) | CMB2014368 | Technical Services | In process | - |
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"Cleopatra was born into a time when power struggles within her own kingdom of Egypt were magnified with the increasing dominance of Rome. As more and more kingdoms were conquered by the Roman Empire, Cleopatra faced challenges at home in Egypt. When her brother Ptolemy XIII stole the throne from her, Cleopatra knew she had to befriend Rome in order to protect Egypt. Working with Roman general Julius Caesar, she regained control of her empire and served her people well. After Caesar's death, Cleopatra joined with his friend Mark Antony to ensure the preservation of Egypt. Cleopatra is remembered as the resourceful and charming leader of Egypt who helped the kingdom prosper and maintain power at a time when much of the Mediterranean was in turmoil"-- Provided by publisher.
