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Virtues of War
Book • 2005
The Virtues of War is a historical novel by Steven Pressfield that follows Alexander the Great's life, told through his own voice as he recounts his campaigns and battles to a young scribe.
The novel explores Alexander's philosophy of war and leadership, portraying him as a complex figure driven by both ambition and compassion.
It delves into his conquests from Greece to India, highlighting his military genius and personal struggles.
The novel explores Alexander's philosophy of war and leadership, portraying him as a complex figure driven by both ambition and compassion.
It delves into his conquests from Greece to India, highlighting his military genius and personal struggles.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
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as a book focusing on the logistics of Alexander the Great's Macedonian army.


Steven Pressfield

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Steven Pressfield
Mentioned by 

as one of his books about Alexander the Great, focusing on his role as a soldier.


Steven Pressfield

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Steven Pressfield
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among Pressfield’s novels that resonate with military and general readers about honor.


Ryan Holiday

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Men Are Reading Less Fiction. That’s A Problem. | Steven Pressfield
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as one of 

's books, highlighting the author's diverse experiences shaping his writing.


Ryan Holiday


Steven Pressfield

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Steven Pressfield on Consistency, Overcoming Resistance and Discipline
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as one of his earlier novels that featured the recurring character later expanded upon.


Steven Pressfield

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The Marcus Aurelius Quote Steven Pressfield Couldn’t Ignore
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as a book where the character Telamon encounters gymnosophists.


Lex Fridman

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#102 – Steven Pressfield: The War of Art
Mentioned by Stephen Pressfield as a book he wrote about Alexander the Great.

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You’ll Never Find Peace Until You Fight This Battle - Steven Pressfield
Mentioned in the episode description as part of 

's body of historical fiction about warfare.


Steven Pressfield

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#192: Steven Pressfield — The War of Art, Battling Resistance, Hearing the Call of the Muse, Writing Memoir (From The Vault)
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as historical fiction about Alexander the Great used to illustrate knowing weaknesses and planning strategy.


Joby Martin

#417 - Ben Stuart // A Practical Battle Plan Against Temptation
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as the novel in which Telamon reappeared as an unchanged, formidable figure and tutor to young Alexander.


Steven Pressfield

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