
Phillip II of Macedon
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The Concept of Regression to the Mean and the Remarkable Story of Philip II and Alexander the Great
Exploring the phenomenon of regression to the mean, this chapter examines how exceptional talents are seldom exceeded by the next generation, highlighting examples in sports, acting, science, and monarchies. The narrative further delves into the legacy of Philip II of Macedon and his son Alexander the Great, illustrating how the latter's conquests were built upon his father's groundwork.
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