"CLEOPATRA" is a historical novel written by Georg Ebers, a German Egyptologist and novelist. Cleopatra, a powerful and charismatic queen, seeks to maintain her kingdom's independence while navigating the treacherous waters of Roman politics. The novel explores Cleopatra's relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, two prominent Roman leaders who were influential in her life. "Cleopatra" delves into the intricacies of ancient Egyptian culture and society, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the era. Ebers' extensive knowledge of Egyptology is evident throughout the novel, as he incorporates historical details and events into the narrative. It is a glimpse into the life of one of history's most intriguing figures, capturing the political intrigue, romance, and tragedy surrounding Cleopatra's reign.
H. Rider Haggard was born on 22 June, 1856 in Braden ham, situated in the English area of Norfolk. His father, Sir William Meybohm Rider Haggard, was a lawyer, while his mother, Ella Dove ton Haggard, was an author herself. The couple had ten children, out of which Henry was conceived as the eighth. Sir Henry Rider Haggard was an English author who was known for his African thriller novel, 'Lord Solomon's Mines'. His father was a Norfolk advocate but he was denied an honourable men's schooling compared to his siblings due to his physical bluntness. At 19 years old, he started his vocation at the command of his father as an unpaid guide to Lieutenant-Governor of the Colony of Natal. Rider Haggard was married to a Norfolk beneficiary Marianna Louisa Margitson. They had four children named Jack, who died at the age of 10 due to measles, and three girls named Angela, Dorothy, and Lilias. Rider Haggard died at the age of 68 in London. His remains were cremated at St Mary's Church, Ditchingham. A rail route point of the Canadian National Railway in British Columbia has been named after him.
