Alexander the Great Philip Freeman
2011
330 Samantha Smith Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great
In Alexander the Great by Philip Freeman, Alexander was portrayed as a clean shaved man with lean cheeks, square jaw, and had a fierce look of determination. "He was born in July during the year 356 B.C. and was the son of Philip and Olympias." (page 3)
"From the day Alexander could walk, he started his training in war." (page 18) He was involved in sword play, archery and horsemanship. Alexander had many tutors who taught him different subjects, including reading, writing and the healing arts. According to Freeman, by the end of his training in the healing arts, he "could treat wounds and prescribe medicine to men." (page 26)
When Alexander was sixteen "Philip handed Alexander the royal seal ring granting him to rule." (page 28) This was a test for Alexander. "If he could resist temptation for a few months, his position
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Freeman wanted to turn the history of Alexander into a story, using modern sources. He stated, "My hope is that this narrative is authoritative and yet accessible to those who love history". (Author's Note)
Freeman achieved his goal. His story provided the reader with great information on the history of Alexander's life. I believe this book caught the eye of many history lovers because he turned Alexander's life into a story, which is unique.
Why write another book about Alexander the Great when there is hundreds available? Freeman's reason was selfish. He stated "I grew up fascinated by this man, so I couldn't resist the opportunity to immerse myself in the ancient and modern sources on his life and to visit sites along his journey". (Author's Note) I think there can never be enough books on any historical person because there is lots of information to gather and write about. Also each book is written and interpreted
Alexander inherited Macedonia at age twenty, and he set out to conquer Persia immediately which was considered the most powerful kingdom in the world. Alexander was to born to be a king. He was taught by Aristotle training and excelling in politics, sports, and warfare. He even eventually grew such a high belief of himself that he considered himself to be a god. News spread of his great power intimidating many rulers resulting in some of them surrendering. From many years of fighting he sustained many injuries weaking hi health. He became ill while feasting and later died at age thirty three. Some people believed he may have died from Malaria but no one can ever be sure. One thing that will also remain a mystery is why Alexander did not name an heir to the throne. Therefor, his officers split up the land causing the kingdom to weaken and eventually fall. Three centuries later he was praised by Julius Caesar in accomplishing so much in such little time. How Great was Alexander the
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First of all, Alexander the Great was not actually great because he became king at the age of twenty and then launched an invasion on the Persian Empire. Alexander killed the king of Persia and made himself the new king. In the Background Essay, it says “at the age of 20, Alexander inherited his father’s kingdom and set out with the army to conquer Persia.” Also it says “The Persian king, Darius, was killed in the aftermath and Alexander replaced him on the throne.” In document A, it shows all of the Persian cities that Alexander has taken over.
Alexander the Not ‘Great’ After conquering Persia, Alexander wanted to go on and conquer more land, but his army refused to go on because they were getting home sick after years of war and travel. In 356 B.C.E., Alexander was born in Macedonia. When King Philp II was assassinated, he became king. Then when he was 20-23 years old, he set out with his army to conquer Persia.
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The people were devastated and afraid that they had lost him. The two ideas are relevant to each other and support the author’s idea; that Alexander was perceived as a God to his people. However, the switch in time periods makes the book more difficult to understand than if it was explained chronologically.
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