The Story Of Alexander's Empire (1887)

The Story of Alexander's Empire is a historical book written by John Pentland Mahaffy in 1887. The book recounts the life and conquests of Alexander the Great, the legendary Greek king who conquered vast territories in the ancient world. Mahaffy delves into Alexander's early life, his education under Aristotle, and his military campaigns that extended from Greece to Egypt, Persia, and India. The book provides a detailed account of Alexander's battles and tactics, as well as his relationships with his generals and his personal life. Mahaffy also explores the impact of Alexander's rule on the cultures and societies he conquered, including the spread of Hellenistic culture and the blending of Eastern and Western traditions. The Story of Alexander's Empire is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most iconic figures in history and his enduring legacy.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.