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Set against the backdrop of an October night in 48 B.C. on the Syrian border of Egypt, the narrative unfolds near a palace where soldiers engage in leisure and camaraderie. The scene contrasts the ancient world with modern sensibilities, showcasing officers who embody a more refined civilization than their contemporary counterparts. As Captain Belzanor gambles with a young Persian recruit, the camaraderie among aristocratic Egyptian guardsmen reveals their pride in their military heritage, offering a glimpse into the complexities of their society.
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Caesar and Cleopatra, George Bernard Shaw
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- Inscriptions / underlining
- Mechanical damage
- Missing dustjacket
- Language
- Released
- 1912,
- Book condition
- Damaged
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- €18.75
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- Title
- Caesar and Cleopatra
- Language
- English
- Authors
- George Bernard Shaw
- Released
- 1912
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of an October night in 48 B.C. on the Syrian border of Egypt, the narrative unfolds near a palace where soldiers engage in leisure and camaraderie. The scene contrasts the ancient world with modern sensibilities, showcasing officers who embody a more refined civilization than their contemporary counterparts. As Captain Belzanor gambles with a young Persian recruit, the camaraderie among aristocratic Egyptian guardsmen reveals their pride in their military heritage, offering a glimpse into the complexities of their society.