This source book presents new translations of the most important ancient writings on the life and legacy of Alexander the Great.

• Provides comprehensive coverage of Alexander, from his family background to his military conquests, death and legacy.


• Includes substantial extracts of texts written by historians, geographers, biographers and military writers.


• A general introduction and introductions to each chapter set the sources in context.


• Also includes a bibliography of modern works, visual sources and a map of Alexander's
  expedition.

• Alexander the Great: A Reader
• Alexander the Great: Man and God
• 0140449353
• The Age of Alexander: Nine Greek Lives (Penguin Classics)
• 0415291879