Predecessors of Cleopatra

"Predecessors of Cleopatra" by Leigh North is a history book that tells the stories of the Egyptian queens who came before Cleopatra. The author explores the history, piecing together real facts and old stories to paint a picture of these powerful women and how they lived. The book starts by explaining the importance of ancient Egypt and the Nile River, showing how they shaped the lives of the people. It then introduces the Egyptian queens and the difficulties in understanding their stories because records are incomplete. Highlighting the mix of history and myth, the book prepares to explore how these women faced challenges within a society dominated by men.