Books with title Alexander the Great, the All-Powerful

Born a prince of Macedonia in 356 BCE, Alexander the Great became one of the greatest military leaders of all time. He conquered the entire Persian Empire, defeating King Darius III four times. He invaded India, defeating a seven-foot-tall Indian king and extending the boundaries of his empire into most of Asia. Brutal in his drive for power, Alexander maintained supremacy by forcing his soldiers to marry the foreigners that they conquered. He amassed a huge fortune by plundering the riches of his enemies and married two foreign princesses, one of them King Darius III's daughter. By the time of his death at age thirty-two, Alexander had conquered most of the known ancient Greek world, a remarkable achievement in only twelve years.Demi's storytelling skills bring Alexander the Great's exploits to life. Her splendid illustrations were painted with Chinese inks and gold overlays and with frames inspired by jewels from the tomb of Philip II of Macedonia at Verghina. An Author's note describing Demi's research and source material is included.

Abbott's account of Alexander's life reads like a Greek tragedy. We are reminded of Jesus admonition, For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? . Alexander gained the world, but at what cost? Abbott's book is an easy but fascinating read, providing insights and details into the life of one of history's most prominent, yet puzzling, figures. For those who enjoy history and have a love of reading, this book is a delightful treasure.

Alexander the Great was one of the most successful military commanders in history, and was undefeated in battle. By the time of his death, he had conquered most of the world known to the ancient Greeks.In "Alexander the Great" Abbott recounts how Alexander ascended the Macedonian throne at the age of 20, overthrew his rival claimants, and then began preparations for the expedition against Persia. After defeating Darius, he proceeded to Egypt where he founded Alexandria, then turned back into Asia, where he subdued the most powerful nations, and in a span of eleven years conquered almost all of the known world. But, as his fortunes rose, his character deteriorated, and he died unexpectedly at the age of 33. "Alexander the Great" is one of many biographies aimed at young people written by Jacob Abbott and his brother. The biographies are written in such a way that makes them appealing and easily accessible to everyone.

Some say he was the greatest warrior in history, building an empire that extended from Europe to Africa and on to India and Central Asia. In a stirring narrative, famed historian John Gunther tells the story of Alexander the Great who, at only age 21, became King of Macedonia and set off on a 12-year journey to conquer the known world and extend the boundaries of Greek civilization. Gunther takes us from Alexander’s boyhood to his victory over the Persian Empire, and, in vivid detail, describes Alexander’s battles, as well as the palace intrigues that surrounded him.

Although Alexander ruled only thirteen years, his conquests are among the most significant in world history. Abbott's history covers his childhood influences, his early conquests in Greece, and his major battles in Persia, including Granicus River, Issus, the Siege of Tyre, and Gaugamela. The story concludes with the decline and corruption of Alexander's character, resulting in his early death at age thirty-three.

Dust jacket notes: "'Seek another kingdom, my son. Macedon is too small for you.' There was great pride in these words of Philip, King of Macedon. Only a moment before, his son Alexander - he who was to be called the 'Great' - had tamed the wild colt Bucephalus. Philip's prophecy came to pass not many years after when Alexander left Macedon on a march of conquest and cruelty that took him through Persia, Egypt, and eastward into India. What strange purpose prompted this adventure - one of the longest marches of its kind ever recorded? Some say that Alexander dreamed of uniting all people under a single government. Others believe that he was possessed by an insane desire for conquest and power. Still others suggest that he longed to spread the learning and culture of Greece into every known land. John Gunther answers the question by giving us vivid pictures of Alexander's character and of the people who influenced his earlier years. His mother, Olympias, a strong-willed and ambitious woman, stopped at nothing to get what she wanted. The rough soldier who was King of Macedon and Alexander's father had set a pattern of conquest for his son to follow. The philosopher Aristotle, Alexander's teacher, gave the boy his deep love for Greek learning. Although Alexander the Great lived twenty-three centuries ago, this detailed account of his life is written with such vigor and color that the man and this times emerge with startling freshness and clarity. Readers of all ages will find it interesting."

In 356 B.C., Alexander III was born to King Philip II of Macedonia.Unbeknownst to Philip, his little boy was destined to become one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known. This prince became so mighty that today he is reverentially referred to as "Alexander the Great." Almost from birth, King Philip oversaw his son's tutelage in all areas of survival, but particular emphasis was placed on the skills of battle, as Philip himself was a great warrior. Alexander learned quickly and soon began to surpass his father's training. Alexander's constant companion and friend, a servant by the name of Adonis, grew up to be Alexander's scribe. Adonis tells his master's story and takes the reader on the conqueror's epic journey. "Alexander the Great, the All-Powerful," by Vargie Johnson, is an exciting read for young readers of historical fiction. It is the third book in the "What Made Them Famous?" series