Cleopatra's Political Ascendancy

This chapter explores Cleopatra's strategic alliances with Julius Caesar and later Marc Antony following the death of her siblings, marking her rise to power in Egypt. It highlights her embrace of Egyptian identity, the birth of her son with Caesar, and her influence during the tumultuous political landscape marked by the second triumvirate. Through opulent displays and clever political maneuvers, Cleopatra secures her position, showcasing the blend of romance and strategy that defines her reign.