Into the Land of Bones

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Alexander the Great in Afghanistan

By Frank L. Holt

Series: Hellenistic Culture and Society

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Frank L. Holt's Into the Land of Bones delves into the historical military campaigns of Alexander the Great in what is now modern Afghanistan. The book explores the challenges and strategies of Alexander's conquests and provides a detailed analysis of the persistent conflicts and interactions with the local cultures. This historical account offers insights into the complexities of warfare and enduring influences in the region.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the legendary campaigns of Alexander the Great in Afghanistan. It delves deep into the historical and military challenges of ancient conquests, offering insight into the enduring complexities of warfare in this turbulent region.

Into the Land of Bones

The so-called first war of the twenty-first century actually began more than 2,300 years ago when Alexander the Great led his army into what is now a sprawling ruin in northern Afghanistan. Frank L. Holt vividly recounts Alexander's invasion of ancient Bactria, situating in a broader historical perspective America's war in Afghanistan.

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The so-called first war of the twenty-first century actually began more than 2,300 years ago when Alexander the Great led his army into what is now a sprawling ruin in northern Afghanistan.

Frank L. Holt vividly recounts Alexander's invasion of ancient Bactria, situating it in a broader historical perspective with America's war in Afghanistan.

In Into the Land of Bones, Holt provides a detailed analysis of the military tactics and the challenges faced by Alexander's army more than two millennia ago, drawing parallels to modern conflict and the enduring legacy of warfare in the region.

Series: Hellenistic Culture and Society

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Into the Land of Bones by Frank L. Holt is praised for its engaging and clear narrative, bringing to life Alexander the Great's campaign in Afghanistan. The book provides insightful connections between ancient and modern challenges faced by counterinsurgents in the region.

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ISBN: 9780520274327

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 October 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Contributors:

Foreword by Peter Green

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 264

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Ancient & Classical History Frank L. Holt History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Series: Hellenistic Culture and Society

About the Author

Frank L. Holt, Professor of History at the University of Houston, is the author of Lost World of the Golden King, Alexander the Great and the Mystery of the Elephant Medallions, and Thundering Zeus, all published by UC Press.