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Alexander the Great : master of the ancient world / Doug Wilhelm.

Author/creator Wilhelm, Doug
Format Book and Print
Publication InfoNew York : Franklin Watts, ©2010.
Description128 pages : illustrations, color maps ; 19 cm.
Subject(s)
Variant title Alexander the Great : Relentless
Series A wicked history
Wicked history. ^A912991
Contents The world of Alexander the Great -- A wicked web -- Introduction -- A blood-stained crown -- A divine gift -- Dreams of destiny -- The family that fights together -- Transfer of power -- In command -- Into the east -- Invasion! -- First blood -- War games -- Battle of Issus-- Crucifying Tyre -- Oracle in the desert -- Final showdown -- Lord of Asia -- Treasures of Babylon -- An emperor abandoned -- Rebels everywhere -- Toward the endless ocean -- Death march -- Final battles -- Wicked? -- Timeline of terror.
Abstract An engaging narrative about Alexander the Great who became king of Macedonia at age 20; commanded the best-trained fighting force in the ancient world; and carved a 12,000 mile-path across Asia, defeating princes, satraps, and kings to become a legend in his own time.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 125) and index.
LCCN 2009007423
ISBN9780531212752
ISBN0531212750

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