Sextus Propertius Flashcards

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Portrays Cleopatra in a negative way and makes no mention of Antony

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That queen preparing some insane destruction for the Capitol and planning a funeral for our empire. She had with her that disgraceful mob of diseased men; she herself was out of control, hoping for whatever she wanted, made drunk by sweet fortune.

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Lived during

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The reign of Augustus

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His description of Cleopatra as a leader

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A disgrace that javelins were held on the orders of a woman…
It’s a disgrace that Italian seas should suffer the presence of royal ships while you are our leader.’

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