A Very Short Introduction to Alexander the Great
This book by Hugh Bowden offers a compact and insightful introduction to the life and legacy of Alexander the Great. It is intended for readers looking for a well-founded and accessible biography in the Very Short Introductions series.
About Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great became king of Macedon in 336 BC and, during his twelve-year reign, conquered the vast Achaemenid Empire. His military successes and cultural impact laid the foundation for the Hellenistic civilization that emerged in the East. This book illuminates his life using contemporary sources, such as letters, diaries, and temple records, and examines the influence of the legends surrounding him on our interpretation today.
Product details
- Author: Hugh Bowden (Senior Lecturer Ancient History, King’s College London)
- Series: Very Short Introductions
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 24 July 2014
- Number of pages: 144
- ISBN: 9780198706151
- Subject: Biographies – historical, political and military
About the author
Hugh Bowden is a professor of Ancient History and a specialist in Alexander the Great and Greek religious traditions. He is co-author of various publications and an editor of major works on the ancient world.