Alexander the Great in his world

Alexander the Great is one of the most celebrated figures of antiquity. This book places him within the context of his time, place, culture, and ancestry in order to discover what influences shaped his life and career. It also examines Alexander's engagement with Greek culture, especially his r...

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Main Authors: Thomas, Carol G., 1938
Corporate Authors: Wiley InterScience Online service
Published:
Literature type: Electronic eBook
Language: English
Series: Blackwell ancient lives
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Online Access: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9780470774236
Summary: Alexander the Great is one of the most celebrated figures of antiquity. This book places him within the context of his time, place, culture, and ancestry in order to discover what influences shaped his life and career. It also examines Alexander's engagement with Greek culture, especially his relationship with Aristotle.
Carrier Form: xi, 254 p. : ill., maps ; 23 cm.
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. [224]-236) and index.
ISBN: 9780470774236
0470774231
9781405178280
1405178280
Index Number: DF234
CLC: K835.457