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The Cleopatras: A Dynasty of Rule Breakers

The Ancients

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The Intriguing Dynastic Drama of Cleopatra and the Ptolemies

Exploring the intricate power dynamics and strategic marriages within the Ptolemaic dynasty of Egypt, this chapter delves into the complex familial relationships and the struggle for power. From Cleopatra's arrival in Egypt to the royal incest prevalent in that period, the narrative unfolds the scandalous intrigues within the Egyptian royal family.

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