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Mark Antony: Caesar's Staunchest AllyAlthough we know him as Mark Antony, his proper Roman name was Marcus Antonius. Roman politician and soldier. He served under Julius Caesar in Gaul. Born 83 B.C., died 30 B.C. aged 53. -
Mark Antony and Cleopatra, Forever Doomed Due to a Shared Common FlawA look at the relationship and lives of Mark Antony and Cleopatra and why they will never be happy.
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In Defense of Mark AntonyIf it is true that heroism and vice can co-exist in a single man, there may be no better example of that than Antony, who is seldom remembered for his genuine acts of valor, and ought to be. -
A Brief Look at Shakespeare's Antony and CleopatraThis is a critical response to Shakespeare's play, Antony and Cleopatra. It includes perspective based on an anonymous letter written in 1767 to the General Evening Post. -
Julius CaesarThis is a comparative study between the speeches of Mark Antony and Marcus Brutus.
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Would Jesus Have Been Crucified Under an Antony and Cleopatra's Eastern Empire?The Hellenic Style of rule was not nice. As in modern day terms, it was tough. But, chiefly in the areas of cultural tolerance. This would have allowed for a Holy Land that would not "Need" to have John the Baptist types raging out of the desert.
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With the Passing of Elizabeth Taylor Who Could Be Set to Star in a Remake of CleopatraThe story of Cleopatra and Mark Antony has been portrayed on film a number of times, but none compare to the version that starred Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. In a remake, could Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt be the best choice. -
Angelina Jolie to Star as Cleopatra in Film Adaptation of Cleopatra: A LifeAngelina Jolie is slated to star as Cleopatra, in an upcoming biopic, based on the Queen of the Nile's life. Scott Rudin, the film's producer, purchased the film rights with Jolie in mind for the role of Cleopatra.
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Famous People Who Died on August 1st in HistoryFamous People Who Died on August 1st in History Mark Antony, Calamity Jane, Frank Little, Charles Whitman, Korey Stringer
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Shakespeare on the Campus: Remembering My Theater GroupI wonder how the real Mark Antony would have reacted if the real Caesar would have jumped up from the dead. Would he have continued with history's most famous speech?
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Study of Ancient Coin Shows Cleopatra was No BeautyAntony and Cleopatra, one of history's most celebrated couples, apparently were not the great beauties that legend would have us believe. -
Lucius Vorenus and Titus Pullo: Characters and Citizens of RomeRome, the epic HBO miniseries about the fall of the Roman Republic, has ended its run, alas. Rome was without a doubt the greatest television series about the ancient world that has ever aired.
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Here's to the Late, Great Charlton HestonYou might call this a memoriam for Charlton Heston. The movie legend who was Moses and Judah Ben-Hur sadly passed away.
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Why is January 1 the Beginning of a New Year?"Happy New Year!" A simple greeting that will be voiced and heard throughout the first few weeks of each new year. But, why is January 1 designated as the first day of a new year? -
A Review of Rome Season 2 (DVD)HBO creates a worthy Second and final season on this fine DVD set -
How Seduction Changed the Course of HistoryThis essay examines personal and political types of seduction from different eras and locations and analyzes how the seducer changed history.
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Take Two: Top 5 Movie RemakesThe Top 5 Movie Remakes which improved upon the original, instead of diminishing or tarnishing the story. Romance, Historical Drama, Sci-Fi, Drama and Crime-Drama are all represented.
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Tiger Woods and Jesse James Aren't the First - Famous Spouses Began Cheating Thousands of Years AgoGo ahead. Take a peek at some famous cheaters throughout history. Learn what happened to all of the involved parties. Here's your guilty pleasure - see if you know all of the scandals included in this comprehensive list. -
Michael Wilding: English Movie Actor was Elizabeth Taylor's Second HusbandA short biography of English movie actor Michael Wilding -
Behind the Walls: Perugia, Umbria's CapitalIn Italy Umbria is one of the most green and peaceful regions and Perugia, its capital, is worth a visit to discover a place that combines the antiquity of life in the past with life in the present. -
History of the Theatrical PlayWhen did people start performing in plays on stage? Were these plays always before large audiences, or a choice few? Where did the traditional play originate, and what was its purpose? These and other questions will be answered in this article.
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Lavender Oil History and Modern Uses of Lavender Essential OilLavender essential oil has an interesting history and provides modern medicinal uses in aromatherapy, alternative medicine and other applications. -
Bible Characters: HerodAn analysis of what we know about the man behind the Bethlehem Massacre.
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Alexandria - Egyptian Jewel of the MediterraneanIf you have never before ventured to Egypt, then you are in for the most amazing surprise of your life. One of the most beautiful cities of Egypt is Alexandria.
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Planning Your Halloween Couple's Costume!Halloween is coming soon, and it's about time that you and your spouse start planning your couple's costume!
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Thumbs Up for HBO's Rome - the Complete Series on Blu-rayBruno Heller and his team do a fantastic job creating drama and suspense from situations dictated by history.
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HBO's Rome Wasn't Built in a Day - More like 12 HoursHBO knocks it out of the park again with a richly acted dramatic series that details the golden age of a mighty ancient empire.
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The Nine Lives of Richard BurtonA short biography of the movie star Richard Burton -
Top Ten Most Promiscuous Famous WomenSometimes they're the source of the rumors themselves, sometimes the rumors are an attempt to hurt them, and occasionally the rumors are even true, but certainly there are plenty of famous women reputed to have been more than a little "popular." -
Ironclad: Actors Abound in Epic BattleA classic castle siege is the forefront of this historical drama, set with the familiar faces of actors we know and love. -
Sex, Lies & Togas: The Secret Life of AugustusThe Augustan Age was a unique era in which sex, politics, and family feuds came together to create the splashiest historical dramas of Western civilization. -
The Fashion World of Cleopatra Selene in the Augustan AgeCleopatra VII of Egypt was the most fashionable woman in the ancient world. Like a modern day celebrity, she set the trends. Her daughter may have inherited a touch of Cleopatra's sense of style!
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Death of Cleopatra, 30 BCCleopatra, so the story goes, committed suicide by deliberate provoking a fatal snakebite. But is that what really happened? -
Will the World Live as One? Imagine There Are No BilderbergersThe highest levels of the Obama administration are infested with members of the Bilderberg group, an elitist cabal intent on installing a one-world government that subverts the will of the American people.
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Halloween Costumed Couple ThemesHalloween costume combinations for couples.
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Hank Williams, Big Brother and Joe McCarthyWhat happened to Tracy Morgan is now happening to Hank Williams, Jr. Here's why we need to protect their rights to speak their minds, even if we don't like it. Especially if we don't.
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Did Augustus Persecute Isis Worship?A common misconception held even by some classics majors who ought to know better is that Rome was tolerant of every foreign god but there were exceptions and Isis was one of them.
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Cleopatra the Exhibition in Cincinnati, OhioRomans tried to erase Cleopatra's History. The Cleopatra exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center showcases recently recovered artifacts that bring her history to life. -
Angelina Jolie May Emulate Liz Taylor: Cleopatra Film RumorsRumors have surfaced that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are first picks to star in the film version of Stacy Schiff's book "Cleopatra: A Life" -
The Top Actors of the Past Three GenerationsEvery generation has their actor for their time. Spanning from the 1950s to the present, this article is a list of the Three Greatest Actors of the Past Three Generations.
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