Alexander The Great And The Hellenistic Age

Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic Age is a historical book written by James Henry Breasted. The book covers the life and conquests of Alexander the Great, one of the most successful military commanders in history, and the period of Hellenistic civilization that followed his death. Breasted delves into the political, cultural, and social changes that occurred during this time, as Greek culture and ideas spread throughout the Mediterranean world. The book includes a detailed account of Alexander's campaigns, as well as his impact on the regions he conquered. Breasted also explores the legacy of Alexander and the Hellenistic period, including the rise of the Roman Empire and the spread of Christianity. The book is a comprehensive study of a critical period in world history, and is essential reading for anyone interested in ancient Greece, military history, or the development of Western civilization.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Survey of the Ancient World, by James Henry Breasted. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766149315.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.