Published on Marzo 9, 2008
in egipt.
MEETING OF CLEOPATRA AND ANTONY.
In fact, the whole spectacle seemed like a vision of enchantment.
Tidings of the approach of the barge spread rapidly around, and the
people of the country came down in crowds to the shores of the river to
gaze upon it in admiration as it glided slowly along. At the time of its
arrival at Tarsus, Antony was engaged in giving a public audience at
some tribunal in his palace, but everybody ran to see Cleopatra and the
barge, and the great triumvir was left consequently alone, or, at least,
with only a few official attendants near him. Continue reading ‘MEETING OF CLEOPATRA AND ANTONY.
Published on Marzo 9, 2008
in egipt.
THE BATTLE OF PHILIPPI.
Consternation at Rome.–Caesar’s will.–Brutus and Cassius.–Parties
formed.–Octavius and Lepidus.–Character of Octavius.–Octavius
proceeds to Rome.–He claims his rights as heir.–Lepidus takes command
of the army.–The triumvirate.–Conference between Octavius, Lepidus,
and Antony.–Embassage to Cleopatra.–Her decision.–Cassius abandons
his designs.–Approach of the triumvirs.–The armies meet at Philippi.
–Sickness of Octavius.–Difference of opinion between Brutus and
Cassius.–Council of war.–Decision of the council.–Brutus greatly
elated.–Despondency of Cassius.–Preparations for battle. Continue reading ‘THE BATTLE OF PHILIPPI.’
