Antony and Cleopatra

About “Antony and Cleopatra”

A novel by Colleen McCullough explores the legendary love triangle between Cleopatra, Mark Antony, and Octavian during the Roman era. Mark Antony, a famous warrior and lover, expected to succeed Julius Caesar but was overshadowed by Caesar's 18-year-old nephew, Octavian, who was named in Caesar's will. Antony ruled the rich East and met Cleopatra, the Egyptian pharaoh, who sought a Roman ally after losing Caesar, her lover and the father of her son. Antony was drawn to her and their passionate affair began. The rivalry between Antony and Octavian, both rulers of Rome, was complicated by Cleopatra's presence. The story is an epic tale of power, scandal, and fate, set against a rich historical backdrop with well-developed characters.