2343 results for 'Stepanov, Alexander'

A fresh perspective on one of history's most famous figures is offered in this reconstruction of Cleitarchus' account of Alexander the Great. Based on an in-depth analysis of surviving ancient works,...

Alexander the Great: His Life and His Mysterious Death by Anthony Everitt is a magisterial revisionist portrait that reconstructs the life of one of history's greatest conquerors. With infectious...

Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic Age A Short History by Peter Green. This concise history explores three centuries of transformation in the ancient world. It begins with Alexander's remarkable...

Alexander the Great: The Anabasis and the Indica Alexander the Great's twelve-year reign transformed the world, spanning from the Danube to the Punjab and from Egypt to Uzbekistan. Arrian, a Greek...

Bob Alexander QC's memoir is a personal and reflective account of his life, spanning over six decades. From his early years to his later years as a respected lawyer, Alexander shares his experiences,...

Alexander the Great's lifelong love story with his companion Hephastian is presented in this novel. Based on historical fact, it explores their 20-year relationship and its significance in...

Alexander McQueen: Blood Beneath the Skin is a deeply personal and poignant portrait of one of fashion's most visionary designers. Born into humble beginnings in East London, Alexander McQueen rose...

Alexander Pope was the greatest poet of his age and the dominant influence on eighteenth-century British poetry. His large oeuvre, written over a thirty-year period, encompasses satires, odes and...

The Alexander Technique as a Catalyst for Excellence by Cathy Madden and Kathleen Juhl is a practical guide to improving efficiency through movement and behavior. This book applies the principles of...

Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique by Michael Gelb is a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying this revolutionary method for maintaining body coordination and...

Alexander Korda's Story of the Thief of Baghdad is an autobiography that offers a unique glimpse into the life of the renowned film director. Born in Budapest, Hungary, Alexander Korda recounts his...

Alexander's Successors: A Forgotten Chapter in History The story of Alexander the Great's empire is often overshadowed by his own legend. However, after his death in 323 BC, it took forty years for...

Alexander the Great Avenger: The Campaign that Felled Achaemenid Persia by Manousos E. Kambouris is a detailed analysis of one of history's most pivotal battles. Since 500 BC, the mainland Greeks had...

Pray for Brother Alexander by Constantin Noica is a deeply personal and philosophical work that explores the human experience in the face of adversity. Written during his time in prison, this book is...

A comprehensive study of Alexander's military campaigns, this book offers a detailed analysis of the logistics and strategy behind his conquests. Donald W. Engels draws on recent archaeological work...

Alexander Sheridan's military career was cut short when he was forced out for insubordination. Seeking a new challenge, he commands a unit of the East India Company in the Crimean War. However, his...

Alexander grappled with the consequences of his newfound wealth in this humorous picture book. After receiving a dollar from his grandparents, he was convinced that he could buy anything he wanted...

Alexander Hamilton: A Life of Vision and Ambition This biography brings to life the fascinating story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's founding fathers. From his early days as an immigrant...

Alexander Hamilton is a masterful biography that tells the full story of America's most misunderstood founding father. Born an illegitimate self-taught orphan from the Caribbean, Hamilton overcame...

Alexander II King of Scots, 1214-1249 by Richard D. Oram explores the complex and multifaceted life of Scotland's second king. This biography offers a fresh assessment of Alexander II's contribution...

The Alexander Technique - Seeing with Fresh Eyes - A Personal Perspective by Gentian Rahtz offers a unique perspective on this body-mind practice. Written from the author's personal experience as an...

Dan Alexander Audio A Vintage Odyssey reveals the history and origins of vintage recording gear. The book showcases over 450 full-color photographs and reprints of original sales brochures from the...

Alexander Hamilton: Revolutionary by Martha Brockenbrough is a gripping biography that brings to life the incredible true story behind the Tony Award-winning musical. This account of a founding...

Five kingdoms are emerging from the shattered empire, each with its own ambitions and agendas. At the heart of the struggle is the young Herakles, the illegitimate son of Alexander, whose fate will...

Alexander von Humboldt: A Life of Contrasts This concise biography offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of Alexander von Humboldt, a polymath who embodied the contradictions of his time...

Alexander the Great A Very Short Introduction by Hugh Bowden This concise introduction to Alexander's life and legacy explores the evidence from his own time, including letters, diaries, and temple...

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst is a story about a day that doesn't go as planned. Alexander wakes up to find gum in his hair and things only get worse...

Beatrice Alexander's journey to creating iconic dolls began with her childhood passion for fixing and making dolls. Growing up in a family that ran a doll hospital, she dreamed of becoming an artist,...

The Class 55 Deltic locomotives, named after the Napier Deltic diesel engines that powered them, played a significant role on Britain's railways from the early 1960s until their retirement in 1982...

Alexander the Great: A Comprehensive Guide to His Life and Legacy. This comprehensive guide explores the life and career of one of history's most significant figures. An international team of experts...

Democracy, Race, and Justice: The Speeches and Writings of Sadie T. M. AlexanderThis collection brings together the key writings and speeches of civil rights activist Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander,...

The Spectre of Alexander Wolf by Gaito Gazdanov A short story about a man's killing of a soldier, told from the victim's point of view, sets off a strange quest to find the elusive author. The story...

Alexander Calder Modern from the Start by Cara Manes explores the artist's fruitful relationship with MoMA, spanning decades and collaborations. From his early wire sculptures to late abstractions,...

This commentary on Plutarch's "Life of Alexander" provides a fresh perspective on historical matters, comparing the narrative with the sources. It offers a detailed analysis of the text.The book...

The Last Concerto by Sara Alexander is a captivating novel set in 1960s Sardinia. When Alba Fresu witnesses her father and brother kidnapped, her life is forever changed.As she navigates the...

Alexander Hamilton's Revolutionary Writings offer insight into the development of his thought and its impact on the emerging nation. Written during the period before and during the Revolutionary War,...

The Alexander Technique: Twelve Fundamentals of Integrated Movement By Penelope Easten This comprehensive guide explores the latest scientific models and practical explorations to understand...

The Poems of Alexander Pope By Alexander Pope Published by Everyman in 2018. Alexander Pope's poetry is renowned for its wit, irony, and technical mastery. This collection showcases his unique voice,...

TiHKAL: The Continuation is a sequel to PiHKAL: A Chemical Love Story, offering a new perspective on the world of psychoactive substances. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section...

The Way to Vibrant Health: A Manual of Bioenergetic ExercisesOver 20 years of Bioenergetic body-psychotherapy techniques are presented in this manual, offering a unique approach to reducing muscular...

Beat Back Pain with the Alexander Technique by Richard Craze provides a straightforward guide to overcoming back pain using this proven technique. By following the steps outlined in this book, you...

A comprehensive reassessment of Pope Alexander III's papacy (1159-81) has long been overdue. This book brings together thirteen essays that review existing scholarship and present the latest...

Alexander Calder's artistic journey began with simple objects made for friends as a boy. As he grew older, his creative tinkering led to wire sculptures that eventually took shape into a lion and...

A comprehensive biography of the influential mathematician Alexander Grothendieck, this English translation covers the first part of a four-volume work that explores his early life, family background...

Alexander Alekhine: A World Champion's Moves. This book uses a system developed by FIDE master Bill Jordan for coaching, featuring games played by Alexander Alekhine, who became world chess champion...

Alexander's quest for immortality takes him to the farthest reaches of the ancient world. His journey is shrouded in mystery and legend, with some claiming it was driven by a desire for power and...

Alexander's life is one of constant worry and fear. He's always on the lookout for potential threats, even when there's nothing to see. For him, being at the bottom of the food chain means avoiding...

The third installment in Robert Fabbri's epic series is set after the death of Alexander the Great. A murder has shaken the foundations of the largest empire the world has ever seen, and its former...

A comprehensive collection of ancient accounts on Alexander the Great, this volume brings together selections from Arrian, Diodorus, Plutarch, and Quintus Curtius to provide a complete narrative of...

Alexander III, 1249-1286 First Among Equals by Norman H. Reid This study fills a significant gap in the historiography of medieval Scotland, challenging the long-held view that Scottish kingship was...

Antipater's Dynasty: A Regent's Rise and Fall in Ancient Macedon John D. Grainger explores the complex web of power and politics that defined ancient Macedon under Alexander III, also known as the...

The Alexander Technique A Skill for Life by Pedro de Alcantara explores our suppositions, habits and behaviours in relation to health and wellbeing. It delves into posture and attitude, tension and...

The Quest for the Tomb of Alexander the Great: Third Extended EditionA fascinating exploration of two seemingly unrelated funerary sculptures, one found in Venice and the other in London, reveals a...

Alexander Pushkin's Eugene Onegin is a landmark of European Romanticism, and arguably one of the greatest works of Russian poetry. This lively guide explores how such remarkable poetry can have been...

The Circle of Fifths for Guitarists provides a comprehensive understanding of music theory, essential for any aspiring musician. This book explains how the Circle of Fifths works, allowing you to...

George Alexander and the Work of the Actor-Manager by Lucie Sutherland examines the key role played by actor-manager George Alexander in presenting new drama. This first book-length study since the...

Count with some of the world's most famous sculptures. This artful board book uses masterpieces by Alexander Calder to teach quantity in a fun and engaging way.Read-aloud text accompanies artworks,...

Alexander Payne Interviews offers an intimate look at the life and work of acclaimed filmmaker Alexander Payne. Spanning over 17 years, this collection of interviews reveals Payne's creative...

Indirect Procedures: A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique by Pedro de Alcantara offers practical solutions for musicians to overcome obstacles and achieve balance in their careers. Based on...

The Age of Alexander Using Three Ages of Rome to Fight the Wars of Alexander the Great and His Successors by Philip Garton. This book explores the history of Alexander's empire through an innovative...

Alexander the Great A Life From Beginning to End A boy groomed for greatness from an early age, Alexander's life had a profound impact on the world. He achieved immortality in just ten years and his...

Alexander the Great's empire, stretching from the Adriatic to modern-day India, was left to his two heirs, Philip III and Alexander IV, in a surprising joint kingship. However, six Macedonian...

Alexander Pope's greatest works are collected in this Penguin Classics edition, featuring an introduction by Leo Damrosch. The collection spans Pope's lifetime, showcasing his poetic genius and...

Cræft: An Inquiry into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional CraftsBy exploring the history of handmade goods, archaeologist and medieval historian Alex Langlands recovers our lost sense of...

Alexander the Great's empire was built in a remarkably short period, but its future was far from secure. After his death in 323 BC, his successors embarked on a forty-year struggle to carve up the...

The Anabasis of Alexander by Flavius Arrianus is a comprehensive account of Alexander's adult life. Written in seven books, this work provides valuable insights into the life and campaigns of one of...

A nostalgic tale of life, friendship and love that spans five decades, Alexander's Relations is an achingly real story of how relationships shape us. From the innocence of flower power to the era of...

Alexander Bogdanov: A Life and Legacy of Revolutionary Thought This comprehensive biography explores the intellectual development of Alexander Bogdanov, a key figure in the Russian revolutionary...

Trent Alexander-Arnold The story of Trent Alexander-Arnold's journey from childhood dreams to professional football success is a remarkable one. Growing up, he gazed at the gates of Anfield stadium,...

Alexander Hamilton's life was marked by both remarkable achievements and tragic circumstances. Born in the British West Indies, he rose to become one of America's most influential Founding Fathers...

Alexander of Aphrodisias: On Aristotle Topics 3 by Laura M. Castelli This commentary on Aristotle's Topics 3 provides new insights into the logic of comparison and offers valuable perspectives on...

Alexander Hamilton's Public Administration explores the enduring legacy of America's founding father in shaping its governance. Richard Green delves into the complex mix of classical and modern ideas...

Alexander the Great's final battle took place in 326 BC along the Hydaspes River. A masterclass in tactics, this campaign showcased Alexander's use of feints and deception to outmaneuver his enemy...

Alexander von Humboldt was a man with a unique perspective on the world. As a child, he struggled to fit in with his peers, but it wasn't until he discovered his passion for collecting plants that he...

Alexander Graham Bell: The Man Behind the Telephone Discover how Alexander Graham Bell's innovative spirit led to the invention of the telephone. This engaging biography explores his journey from...

Alexander Scriabin: A Fresh Perspective on His Music and Legacy This comprehensive companion to Alexander Scriabin's life and work brings together musicologists and pianists to provide a modern...

Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse (Step into Reading, Step 3) by Leo Lionni is a heartwarming tale about friendship and longing. A wind-up mouse named Willy has captured everyone's affection, while...

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Alexander's day started with a misstep - literally. He went to sleep with gum in his mouth and woke up with gum in his hair. Things only...

Do Daddies Have Ants in Their Pants? is an engaging exploration of parent-child communication. Written by Fransie Frandsen, who brings her experience as mother and art therapist to the table, this...

Fighting for the Confederacy: The Personal Recollections of General Edward Porter Alexander is a deeply personal account of one of the most pivotal periods in American history. Written by General...

This book introduces and explores the work of Christopher Alexander, a renowned architect and systems theorist. His theories have already proven useful in various fields, including education,...

Former Grand Duke Alexander Mikhailovic presents his memoirs in this enlightening account of the final fifty years of the Russian Empire. The author recounts his childhood experiences and how he...

The Wars of Alexander's Successors 323 - 281 BC Volume 2 - Battles and Tactics A gripping account of the struggles for control of Alexander the Great's vast empire, this volume explores the colourful...

Body, Breath and Being: A new guide to the Alexander Technique by Carolyn NichollsThis fully revised and updated edition explores the Alexander Technique through the experiences of those who have...

Alexander's empire lies in ruins after his sudden death. His generals are vying for power, and alliances are forged and broken with deadly precision. As they march towards Babylon, the legendary city...

An African Odyssey: Posture, Human Evolution and the Technique of F.M. AlexanderWhen TB threatened to take his life, Hugh Massey discovered an unexpected ray of hope in the theories of F.M. Alexander...

This collection brings together key works by renowned architect and architectural theorist Christopher Alexander, many previously unpublished. Spanning his fifty-year career, the book features...

The Ancient Jews from Alexander to Muhammad by Seth Schwartz provides an accessible and up-to-date account of Jewish history during the millennium following Alexander the Great's conquest. By...

Alexander Goehr, Composing a Life A leading British composer and teacher, Alexander ('Sandy') Goehr recounts his life's work in this memoir. Born into a musical family in Berlin, he went on to form...

The Alexander Technique: A Comprehensive Guide for Practitioners and Artists. This book offers a holistic insight into the Alexander Technique, covering both its fundamental principles and advanced...

Alexander's early life was marked by turmoil and conflict. His mother, Olympias, and his father, King Philip of Macedon, fought for their son's loyalty, teaching him politics and vengeance from a...

Alexander's empire was left in disarray at his death, sparking forty years of turmoil. This period saw both brutal warfare and remarkable cultural achievements, as the men who fought alongside...

Alexander and His Legacy: A Critical Reappraisal. The life and conquests of Alexander the Great have captivated historians and filmmakers for centuries. In 2004, Oliver Stone's epic film Alexander...

The Greek Experience of India From Alexander to the Indo-Greeks by Richard Stoneman explores how the Greeks reacted to and interacted with India from 326 BCE to around 200 BCE. When Alexander's army...

Alexander Girard, Architect: Creating Midcentury Modern Masterpieces offers a comprehensive study of Alexander Girard's exceptional architectural projects. During his time in Detroit (1937-53),...

A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a young soldier's journey with Alexander the Great's army. Set against the backdrop of...

The Meddlesome Friar and the Wayward Pope: A Study of Savonarola and Alexander VI This book tells the story of two men, Fra Girolamo Savonarola and Pope Alexander VI, who were brought together by...

Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr, and the Future of America by Thomas Fleming is a gripping narrative history of the infamous duel between two of America's most influential figures. In 1804, former...

The Greek Experience of India From Alexander to the Indo-Greeks by Richard Stoneman explores how the Greeks reacted to and interacted with India from the third to first centuries BCE. When...

Unearthing the Family of Alexander the Great: A Remarkable Discovery in Macedon In 336 BC, King Philip II was assassinated, marking the beginning of his son Alexander's reign. This pivotal event set...