Alexander the Great: Volume 1, Narrative

Tarn's Alexander the Great, first published in two volumes during 1948, has become a classic text in Alexander studies.

W. W. Tarn (Author)

9780521295635, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 31 May 1979

176 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1 cm, 0.23 kg

Sir William Woodthorpe Tarn (1869–1957) was a British ancient historian who wrote numerous works on the Hellenistic world. Tarn's Alexander the Great, first published in two volumes during 1948, has become a classic text and its importance for subsequent Alexander studies can hardly be exaggerated. Based on a lifetime's work and elegantly and persuasively written, both volumes evoked immediate admiration - and very soon sharp reaction. Volume I presents a 'compendious' narrative of Alexander's life and achievements; volume II focuses on providing a detailed analysis of sources and discussion relating to key historical cruces. This is a fascinating work that will be of value to anyone with an interest in the writings of Tarn, ancient history and Alexander the Great.

Abbreviations
1. The conquest of Persia
2. The conquest of the Far East
3. Personality, policy and aims
Index
Map.

Subject Areas: Literary studies: classical, early & medieval [DSBB]