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Alexander the Great Biography - Read in 1 Hour: A Concise Exploration of the Macedonian King's Meteoric Rise, Global Conquests, and Enduring Legend(Read in 1 Hour)

Alexander the Great Biography - Read in 1 Hour: A Concise Exploration of the Macedonian King's Meteoric Rise, Global Conquests, and Enduring Legend(Read in 1 Hour)


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"I would rather live a short life of glory than a long one of obscurity." - Attributed to Alexander the Great Plunge into the whirlwind conquests of Alexander III of Macedon, the visionary king who toppled the mighty Persian Empire and etched an eternal legacy across three continents-all before his 33rd year. Perfect for inquisitive minds seeking insight without the commitment of a lengthy text, this concise account captures the fundamental highlights of Alexander's short yet meteoric life in about an hour. Inside You'll Discover: Royal Foundations How Alexander's upbringing-shaped by King Philip II's military innovations and the philosophical guidance of Aristotle-fueled a thirst for heroic achievement. Relentless Conquests Major battles like the Granicus, Issus, and Gaugamela, in which Alexander's tactical brilliance and fearless leadership reshaped the ancient world. Cultural Fusion His adoption of Persian customs, the founding of Alexandrias across Asia, and his bold strategy to unite East and West under one rule. Unyielding Ambition The drive that led him beyond the known frontiers, culminating in India, where harsh terrain and weary troops forced him to reevaluate his far-reaching goals. Epic Legacy How the Diadochi-his successors-fragmented the empire yet spread Hellenistic culture, cementing Alexander's renown as a conqueror, statesman, and cultural bridge. Why Read in 1 Hour?Our straightforward format delivers Alexander's sweeping saga in a focused, efficient narrative-ideal for lunch breaks, commutes, or any time you want a dose of history's most audacious warlord. Alexander the Great Biography - Read in 1 Hour distills the unstoppable trajectory of a monarch who never lost a pitched battle, founded cities in his name, and sparked cross-cultural transformations that spanned centuries. If you've ever been intrigued by the man behind the legend-who combined the intellect of Aristotle's teachings with the battlefield might of Achilles-this accessible read is your perfect entry point. Start reading now and witness how a single individual reshaped an era, inspiring generations of leaders and thinkers long after his untimely death. Whether you're a history aficionado or simply curious about timeless feats of ambition, you'll find fresh insight in this concise portrait of one of antiquity's most iconic figures.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798313021768
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 82
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 4 mm
  • Weight: 172 gr
  • ISBN-10: 8313021764
  • Publisher Date: 05 Mar 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Series Title: Read in 1 Hour
  • Sub Title: A Concise Exploration of the Macedonian King's Meteoric Rise, Global Conquests, and Enduring Legend
  • Width: 152 mm


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