{"title":"Alberto Angela","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the esteemed Italian author and historian, \u003cem\u003eAlberto Angela\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for his engaging writing style and meticulous research, Alberto Angela has made a significant impact in the realm of historical literature. His works are renowned for bringing ancient worlds to life, allowing readers to explore the intricacies of history with vivid detail and narrative flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated offerings, you will find \u003cstrong\u003eCleopatra\u003c\/strong\u003e, a captivating exploration of one of history's most enigmatic figures. Alberto Angela's ability to weave historical facts with storytelling invites readers into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt and beyond, revealing the complexities of Cleopatra's reign and persona.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e, Angela's books are perfect for both history enthusiasts and casual readers looking to expand their knowledge. Each title promises not only an educational experience but also an adventure through time, guided by Angela’s passionate and insightful prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re new to historical narratives or a seasoned aficionado, diving into Alberto Angela's collection will undoubtedly enrich your understanding of the past and satisfy your curiosity about the world’s most intriguing historical events and figures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cleopatra-by-alberto-angela-9780062984227","title":"Cleopatra","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“The political machinations, betrayal, and battles may appeal to those fans of George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series interested in a real-world game of thrones.” -- \u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of Italy’s most revered cultural figures reconstructs the extraordinary life of the legendary Cleopatra at the height of her power in this epic story of passion, intrigue, betrayal, and war.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur world today would not be the same without Cleopatra. While she is one of the most famous figures in history, the legendary Egyptian queen remains, in many ways, an enigma. In this mesmerizing history, Alberto Angela offers a fresh and dynamic portrait of this extraordinary ruler, revealing a strikingly modern woman born in an ancient era and skilled in the art of diplomacy and war, who would conquer the heart of a general—Marc Antony—and Rome itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCleopatra\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on a twenty-year period that marked a sweeping change in Roman history, beginning with the assassination of Julius Caesar that led to the end of the Republic, and ending with the suicides of Antony and Cleopatra and the birth of the Augustan Empire. Angela brings the people, stories, customs, and traditions of this fascinating period alive as he transports us to the chaotic streets of the capital of the ancient world, the exotic port of Alexandria in Egypt, and to the bloody battlefields where an empire was won and lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeticulously researched and rich with vivid detail, this sweeping history, reminiscent of the works of Simon Schama, Mary Beard’s \u003cem\u003eSPQR\u003c\/em\u003e, and Tom Holland’s \u003cem\u003eRubicon\u003c\/em\u003e, recreates this remarkable era and the woman at its turbulent centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTranslated from the Italian by Katherine Gregor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“\u003cem\u003eCleopatra\u003c\/em\u003e combines scholarship with novelistic detail and character depth...[Alberto Angela] effectively draws on previous scholarship, wading through legend and myth to get at the truth of what actually occurred... a character-rich historical biography.” -- \u003cem\u003eKirkus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46545940775148,"sku":"9780062984227","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11046373482210.jpg?v=1749822451"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/alberto-angela.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}