Author

Publication

1971 - Penguin Books, [Harmondsworth, Eng, England

Language

English

Word Count

107,500 words, Guess

Page Count

430 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • OCLC Control Number324011
  • Better World Books9780140442533
  • Open LibraryOL5328946M

Classifications

  • DDC938/.07
  • LCCDF234 .A773 1971
  • LCCDF234

Description

Although written over four hundred years after Alexander's death, Arrian's account of the man and his achievements is the most reliable we have. Arrian's own experience as a military commander gave him unique insights into the life of the world's greatest conqueror. He tells of Alexander's violent suppression of the Theban rebellion, his defeat of Persia and campaigns through Egypt and Babylon - establishing new cities and destroying others in his path. While Alexander emerges as a charismatic leader, Arrian succeeds brilliantly in creating an objective portrait of a man of boundless ambition, who was exposed to the temptations of power.

Description

Generally reliable account of the life, character, and military operations of the great conqueror by the second-century A.D. Greek historian and military administrator for the Romans.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • The Penguin classics,
  • L253

Other Editions

  • The campaigns of Alexander.Penguin Books1971-01-01

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