Cleopatra and her Roman Lovers

Course Summary

Lift the veil on the real Cleopatra VII.  Did she really seduce both Julius Caesar and Marcus Antony? How did Cleopatra survive her murderous sister and brother? Why did Rome want her dead? Was it really an asp that killed her or was it something more sinister? These questions and many more will be answered about one of the most famous women from the ancient world. She was an early role model for women who face evil and do not surrender. Forget the Roman Propaganda and discover the real Cleopatra VII.

Forensic Egyptologist, Dr Janet Davey of Monash University, explores a subject that continues to fascinate us in the 21st Century. For other information on Dr Davey’s forensic work, take a look at this article about a recent discovery in New South Wales. Also, Janet is featured in episode 2 of a recent ABC documentary series Stuff the British Stole, viewable on ABC iView.

See some other courses delivered by Janet:

Unravelling the mysteries of Egyptian mummies | CAE

A Trip Down the Nile: Follow in the Wake of Cleopatra VII & Julius Caesar

Kings and Queens of Ancient Egypt: Warrior Pharoahs, Powerful Queens