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Alexander the Great

The Brief Life and Towering Exploits of History's Greatest Conqueror--As Told By His Original Biographers
Book • 2004
This book presents a comprehensive biography of Alexander the Great, drawing from the works of three ancient biographers: Arrian, Plutarch, and Quintus Curtius Rufus.

Edited by Tania Gergel, the narrative spans Alexander's life from his princely boyhood to his death, covering his conquests and the expansion of his empire from Greece to India.

The introduction by Michael Wood highlights Alexander's enduring legacy and provides context for the historical accounts.

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Mentioned by Tom Holland as a book he wrote for children about Alexander the Great.
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