Marriage and Strategy
Cleopatra’s strategic marriages reveal that alliances often trumped romance in ancient times. While many believe love was the foundation of marriage, historical evidence suggests practicality was paramount, especially among the lower classes. The shift towards love as a basis for marriage began to emerge in the 17th and 18th centuries, with literary figures like Jane Austen illustrating this evolving perspective.In this clip
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