The first edition of the novel was published in 1997, and was written by margaret george. Much like with henry viii and helen of troy, cleopatra is a subject that margaret george picked who has little to no voice nor compassion in the realm of public awareness. Bestselling novelist margaret george brings to life the. Memoirs of cleopatra, margaret george 9780312187453. This was one of the few books that i didnt want to end. While this book is long, it never seemed long for me. Cleopatra, queen of the nile, narrates a saga of passion, political intrigue, and suicide to. Told in cleopatras own voice, this is a mesmerizing tale of ambition, passion, and betrayl, which begins when the twentyyearold queen seeks out the most powerful man in the world, julius caesar, and does not end until, having survived. The memoirs of cleopatra is a 1997 historical fiction novel written by american author margaret george, detailing the purported life of cleopatra. Bestselling novelist margaret george brings to life the glittering kingdom of cleopatra, queen of the nile, in.
Margaret george audiobook download, free online audio. George, best known for her massive novels about mary, queen of scots and henry viii and the even bigger memoirs of cleopatra, is a major player on the stage of historical fiction. The mesmerizing story of queen cleopatra in her own words by bestselling novelist margaret george, author of. The memoirs of cleopatra audiobook by margaret george. Margaret george is an american historical novelist specializing in epic fictional biographies.
Margaret george is the author of the autobiography of henry viii, mary queen of scotland and the isles, and elizabeth i, among other novels. Margaret first got the idea to write historical fiction when, after reading numerous books that viewed henry viii through the eyes of his enemies and victims. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the memoirs of cleopatra. The memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george overdrive.
Margaret george is the author of the autobiography of henry viii, mary queen of scotland and the isles, the memoirs of cleopatra, and elizabeth i, among other novels. Most of the stories about her are told by those around her, many of them enemies or political opponents, and in this case, many of those long after she had died. Margaret george the reigning queen of historical fiction is back with this epic sagaa twisted motherson obsession, a struggle for survival, and dastardly deeds play. Told in cleopatras own voice, the memoirs of cleopatra is a mesmerizing tale of ambition, passion, and betrayal in the ancient egyptian world, which begins when the twentyyearold queen seeks out the most powerful man in the world. Told in cleopatras own voice, the memoirs of cleopatra is a mesmerizing tale of ambition, passion, and betrayal in. Listen to memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george at. Buy a cheap copy of the memoirs of cleopatra book by margaret george. The autobiography of henry viii 1986 mary queen of scotland and the isles 1992 the memoirs of cleopatra 1997 mary called magdalene 2002 lucille lost 2006 helen of troy 2006 elizabeth i.
She is the author of the bestselling novels the autobiography of henry viii, mary queen of scotland and the isles, the memoirs of cleopatra, mary called magdalene, helen of troy, elizabeth i, the confessions of young nero, and the splendor before the dark. Margaret george audio books, best sellers, author bio. Margaret george books list of books by author margaret. Overview the bestselling author of the autobiography of henry viii and mary queen of scotland and the isles brings to life the words and glittering kingdom of cleopatra, queen of the nile, in a lush, sweeping. The memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george librarything. Read the memoirs of cleopatra a novel by margaret george available from rakuten kobo. The memoirs of cleopatra 1997 mary called magdalene 2002 lucille lost 2006 helen of troy 2006 elizabeth i. Books about cleopatra fiction and nonfiction this is a list of books nonfiction, and fiction, about egypts last macedonian queen. Her latest work of epic historical fiction is the confessions of young nero berkley, the first part of a duology taking a more sympathetic look at the trials and tribulations of the infamous roman emperor. Margaret first got the idea to write historical fiction when, after reading numerous books that viewed henry viii through the eyes of his enemies and victims, she found herself wondering if there might be another side to the story. Margaret first got the idea to write historical fiction when, after reading numerous books that viewed henry viii through the eyes of his enemies and victims, she found herself wondering. Now in paperback, the newest novel from the new york times bestselling author, in which she turns her gaze on emperor nero, one of the most notorious and misunderstood figures in history. Most of all, in its richness and authenticity, it is an irresistible story that reveals why margaret georges work has been widely acclaimed as the best kind of historical novel, one the reader cant wait to get lost in. George, who has written several bestselling historical novels on cleopatra, mary queen of scots and helen of troy, thought it was time to correct the historical record.
After reading this novel, you can see why she is known as queen of historical fiction. The mesmerizing story of queen cleopatra in her own words by bestselling novelist margaret george, author of the autobiography of henry viii and mary queen of scotland and the isles. Royal barges, sacred asps, eunuchs and chariot races all make an appearance in georges third epic after the autobiography of henry viii and mary queen of. Margaret george audiobook online downloads, search for free unabridged audio book torrent. The memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george goodreads. Several of these novels were new york times bestsellers and the cleopatra. And neither were madison author margaret georges two books on one of the roman empires most notorious emperors, nero. Margaret george is the author of six biographical novels, including the memoirs of cleopatra, mary called magdalene, and elizabeth i. Told in the first person from the young queens earliest mem. The memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george booksamillion. A novel by margaret george 1998, paperback, revised at the best online prices at. As for the power boyscaesar and antonyboth lack the steely tang of colleen mcculloughs portraits. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 19 pages and is available in paperback format.
A novel 2012 the confessions of young nero 2017 the splendor before the dark 2018. Built on the backs of those who fell before it, julius caesars imperial dynasty is only as strong as the next person who seeks to control it. To pick up a margaret george novel is to experience a wellresearched epic work. Margarets father was in the foreign service and so she lived overseas for her early life, in such different places as tropical taiwan, desert israel, and cold war berlin, all of which were great training for a novelist to be. The memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george pan macmillan. Audiobook bay abb download unabridged audiobook for free or share your audio books, safe, fast and high quality. Book trailer for the memoirs of cleopatra by margaret george. Book has light rubbing to the back cover as well as minor corner and edgewear along the bottom edge of the book. Margaret george has a talent for making ancient egypt. The memoirs of cleopatra is one of the rare novels that must never be missed.
Unlike georges mary, based on that sovereigns letters and diaries, cleopatras voice is lost in the sands of time, and its echo here is curiously bland. Margaret george is the author of the autobiography of henry viii, the memoirs of cleopatra, and elizabeth i, among other novels. She was also the last ruler of the ptolemaic kingdom of egypt. Margarets new novelon sale now the splendor before the dark ascending to the throne was only the beginning. Bestselling novelist margaret george brings to life the glittering kingdom of cleopatra, queen of the nile, in this lush, sweeping, and richly detailed saga. Synopsis the mesmerizing story of queen cleopatra in her own words by bestselling novelist margaret george, author of the autobiography of henry viii and mary queen of scotland and the isles told in the first person from the young queens earliest memories of her fathers tenuous rule to her own reign over one of the most glittering kingdoms in the world this is an enthralling saga of. When reading historical fiction in which i am not learned, i have a compulsion to check out and research many of the claimspersonages contained within. Margaret george is the new york times bestselling author of seven novels of biographical historical. Pdf the memoirs of cleopatra book by margaret george. A books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The memoirs of cleopatra margaret george macmillan. I have read many books on cleopatra, and so far this is the best one. Books about cleopatra fiction and nonfiction 56 books.
By 1997, george was a successful author who had published popular historical novels about. Bestselling novelist margaret george brings to life the glittering kingdom of cleopatra, queen of the nile, in this luch, sweeping, and richly detailed saga. The worldrenowned author of the autobiography of henry vii and mary queen of scotland and the isles turns from renaissance britain to. Told in cleopatras own voice, this is a mesmerizing.
Margaret george books list of books by author margaret george. Bestselling novelist margaret george brings to life the glittering kingdom of cleopatra, queen of the nile, in this lush, sweeping, and richly. George presents a very intimate story of the legendary cleopatra, who took a bankrupt, teetering country to its pinnacle of wealth, prosperity and influence, despite overwhelming setbacks and obstacles. The mesmerizing story of queen cleopatra in her own words by bestselling novelist margaret george, author of the autobiography of henry.