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How Rain, Grain & Cleopatra’s Daughter fed the Roman Empire

November 2, 2011

For much of its history, Rome depended upon Egypt for grain. While the Romans considered themselves an agricultural nation, and paid great homage to farming in literature, poetry, and art, the simple truth was that they couldn’t feed themselves.

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The World as Cleopatra Selene & Juba II Would Have Known It

May 20, 2011

Many thanks to the Ancient World Mapping Center for giving me permission to post this map in anticipation of the release of Song of the Nile, my forthcoming novel about Cleopatra’s daughter. I’m delighted to be able to share Continue reading →

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