The History of Alexander

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By Quintus Curtius Rufus

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The History of Alexander by Quintus Curtius Rufus offers a detailed account of the life and military campaigns of Alexander the Great. It delves into his ambitious conquests, leadership style, and the challenges he faced during his quest to create a vast empire. The narrative provides a glimpse into both the public triumphs and the personal struggles of one of history's most legendary figures.
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You might enjoy this captivating biography if you're fascinated by ancient history and the legendary conquests of one of history's most celebrated figures, Alexander the Great. This narrative, filled with intricate details and dramatic events, offers insights into the political strategies, battles, and personal life of the iconic Macedonian leader, making it an engaging read for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

The History of Alexander

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), who led the Macedonian army to victory in Egypt, Syria, Persia and India, was perhaps the most successful conqueror the world has ever seen. Yet although no other individual has attracted so much speculation across the centuries, Alexander himself remains an enigma.

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A compelling narrative of the life of the greatest conqueror of all time—Alexander the Great.

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), who led the Macedonian army to victory in Egypt, Syria, Persia, and India, was perhaps the most successful conqueror the world has ever seen. Yet although no other individual has attracted so much speculation across the centuries, Alexander himself remains an enigma.

Curtius' History offers a great deal of information unobtainable from other sources of the time. A compelling narrative of a turbulent era, the work recounts events on a heroic scale, detailing court intrigue, stirring speeches, and brutal battles—among them, those of Macedonia's great war with Persia, which was to culminate in Alexander's final triumph over King Darius and the defeat of an ancient and mighty empire.

It also provides by far the most plausible and haunting portrait of Alexander we possess—a brilliantly realized image of a man ruined by constant good fortune in his youth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140444124

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 May 1984

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Introduction by Waldemar Heckel
Notes by Waldemar Heckel
Translated by John Yardley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 247g

Pages: 352

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Ancient & Classical History Biography & Memoir European History History & Military Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Political Biographies Quintus Curtius Rufus

About the Author

Quintus Curtius Rufus, the Roman historian, wrote the only life in Latin of Alexander the Great. The author's identity and the date of composition of the work have been the subject of great debate. However, the evidence of recent years suggests he was a soldier and politician who rose from obscurity to a senatorial role under Tiberius (AD 14-37). However, the fall of the emperor's chief minister, Sejanus, brought his political career temporarily to an end and he turned to writing. John Yardley was born in 1942 and educated at St Andrews and Oxford Universities. He is now Professor of Classics at the University of Ottawa, Canada. Waldemar Heckel is now a Professor at the University of Calgary, Canada. His books include The Last Days and Testament of Alexander the Great- A Prosopographic Study and The Marshals of Alexander's Empire.