Author: HAMILTON, J. R.
Title: Alexander the Great
Description: Pittsburgh: University Of Pittsburgh Press, 1992. 0822960842. First US Edition. Fifth Printing. Soft Cover. ISBN: 0822960842. Publisher's red glossy wraps. Includes fold-out map. "In taking account of recent research and in reassesing the markedly contradictory contemporary sources, J.R. Hamilton present a far less attractive but no less compelling portrait of Alexander than Tarn's classic study. The discussion ranges from Alexander's Macedonian background and relations with Philip to his request for deification and his death, and the economic achievements of his reign are stressed alongside the military.". Very minor shelf-wear only, else as new. FINE.. B&W Maps. 8vo 8" - 9" tall. 196 pp. Fine with No dust jacket as issued .

Keywords: 0822960842 History; Greece; Alexander the Great; Biography; Ancient History; Macedonia; History Military, Military History & Weapons Biography & Memoir


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