Greece, greek historian and philosopher who was one of the most distinguished authors of the 2ndcentury roman empire. Arrians anabasis of alexander in seven books is the best account we have of alexanders adult life. He is a recognized historical authority on the life and times of alexander the great. The history of the wars and conquests of alexander the great. Arrian s own experience as a military commander gave him unique insights into the life of the worlds greatest conqueror. The author of the campaigns of alexander writes during the second century ad, about four hundred years after the fact. A wikipedia article about this author is available arrian. The campaigns of alexander 1976 read online free book by.
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