13 Classics (13CLS)

13 Classics

Develop your understanding of the social and conflict history of the Ptolemaic Egyptian world through the career of Cleopatra VII and the writings of key ancient historians. Explore her links to Rome and her wide influence on later cultures.

Course Components

• The Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt: history, political ideology
• Cleopatra VII queen: religion, imperialism, family, relationships, motherhood ...
• Cleopatra VII through the ages: how she was seen by the Romans and Medieval Arab culture
• Cleopatra in the twentieth century: Elizabeth Taylor and Asterix
• Ancient Writers: Plutarch & Horace