Alexander the Great: historical sources in translation

Macedonian background

Philip II, father of Alexander the Great

Alexander's family, youth, appearance, and character

The Persians and their empire

Alexander and the Greeks

The army and war

Alexander and the Barbarians

Alexander and women

Gods and heroes

Alexander and the Macedonians: disaffection, conspiracy, and mutiny

Alexander's final days, final plans, and the division of power after his death

Alexander and the Romans

Cities founded by Alexander.