The Foundations of a Conqueror

This chapter examines the pivotal relationship between Aristotle and Alexander the Great, emphasizing the political landscape of a fragmented Greece. It highlights Alexander's upbringing, his unique bond with his father Philip II, and the intense influences shaping his dual identity as both warrior and thinker. The narrative culminates in Alexander's consolidation of power as he unites the Greek city-states, setting the stage for his future confrontations, particularly against Persia.