97. Top Ten Mistresses
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Mistresses and Power Dynamics
This chapter explores the ranking of historical mistresses, focusing on Cleopatra and her influential relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. It examines how Cleopatra's strategic alliances shaped her power in Egypt and the subsequent political turmoil, particularly the fallout from her romance with Antony. The narrative also highlights Piers Gaveston's relationship with Edward II, discussing themes of intimacy, favoritism, and the broader power dynamics throughout history.
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