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Cleopatra

by H. Rider Haggard

First published
1889
Reading level
Easy
Price
Free

About the book

"Cleopatra" by H. Rider Haggard is an adventure novel written in 1889. Set in ancient Egypt, it follows Harmachis, a priest and descendant of the pharaohs, who is charged by the Priesthood of Isis with a dangerous mission: overthrow Cleopatra, expel foreign rulers, and restore Egypt to its former glory. Using priestly magic and cunning, he attempts to undermine the queen's power. Told through ancient papyrus scrolls in biblical language, this historical fantasy blends supernatural elements with political intrigue.

  • Egypt
  • Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, -30 B.C.

Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #2769. Cleopatra on Wikipedia.

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