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From ancient times to the present day the world has seen many powerful and inspirational females, some of whom became the rulers of nations. Egypt was home to the best known of all ancient queens, the famous Cleopatra, who has been the subject of countless films and documentaries. But Egypt also had many other great female monarchs, many of whose names and stories are all but forgotten. Drawing on fascinating new discoveries and cutting-edge research, this series will tell the stories of three little-known but incredible Egyptian queens, revealing how they became standard bearers for their sex long before the modern era.