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Alexander: god, king, man by Edmund Richardson

Shortlisted for the Bailie Gifford Prize 2026.

Alexander the Great is considered to be one of the greatest commanders in the Classical world; but who was the man behind the legend?

Edmund Richardson draws on recent discoveries and translations of material from 12 ancient languages to tell the story of Alexander, his opponents, and the civilisation he inhabited. The narrative tone is accessible, the drama cinematic, and the emotional heft palpable. While the book may look sizeable, be assured that there is a good chunk that is further reading suggestions, references and indexes, the story itself is sub 400 pages. A great companion to Stephen Fry's Greek Myths series.

 

Hardback | RRP £25.00

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