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From Pella to Babylon, this illustrated biography follows Alexander as a ruler, commander, and person. Explore his relationships, military risks, ambitions, and failures, with attention to the people affected by his conquests. Ancient anecdotes are distinguished from more firmly established events, and a route map helps you follow the journey.
Topics explored
- Macedonia, Philip II, and Alexander’s early life
- The Persian campaigns: Issus, Egypt, and Gaugamela
- India, the return journey, court tensions, and succession
- Alexander’s legacy, sources, and bibliography