Philip Freeman
Alexander the Great
- ISBN 13:
- 9781416592815
- author:
- Philip Freeman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 3.2 x 14 x 21 cm
- Genre:
- History Biographies & True Stories Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Alexander the Great: A Life of Conquest and Legacy Alexander the Great was a figure of enduring fascination, whose remarkable life has captivated historians and the general public alike for centuries. Born into the royal family of Macedonia, he was tutored by the renowned philosopher Aristotle, which instilled in him an inquisitive mind that served him well in the face of formidable obstacles. Alexander's military campaigns took him across a vast swathe of the ancient world, from the deserts of Egypt to the mountains of present-day Pakistan and the plains of India. His empire, which stretched from Greece to Afghanistan, was a testament to his skill and renown as a general. After his death, his successors, including the Ptolemies of Egypt, helped spread Greek culture throughout western Asia, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to be felt today. This authoritative biography, written by classicist and historian Philip Freeman, offers a fresh and engaging account of Alexander's life and conquests, shedding new light on this enduring figure of history.
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