World History Biographies: Alexander: The Boy Soldier Who Conquered the World (National Geographic World History Biographies) - Hardcover

Adams, Simon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0792236602 ISBN 13: 9780792236603

Publisher: National Geographic Children's Books, 2005

Synopsis

Read the true story of Alexander's daring childhood and his incredible journey across the known world. Discover the boyhood of a hero, from the dares he took to the sports he loved. A timeline highlights Alexander's life and achievements — and puts them in the broader context of the world history. Illustrations and maps bring Alexander's empire vividly to life, from its wonders to its wild beasts.

About this title

About the Author:

Author SIMON ADAMS worked as an editor of children's reference books before becoming a full-time writer. He was written and contributed to more than 60 books on subjects like the Tudors, American history, the Titanic, and more. Consultant PAUL CARTLEDGE is Professor of Greek History at the University of Cambridge, England. He has written widely on Alexander the Great and Greek history and served as chief historical consultant for the BBC series The Greeks.

From School Library Journal:

Grade 5-7–These handsomely designed books present the lives and accomplishments of powerful leaders of the ancient world. Each one begins with a description of the world in which these figures lived. Family life, education, and early experiences are summarized briefly–much of it surmised from historical records. Both volumes are illustrated with maps and many color photographs of art and sculpture that give substance to eras long past. A simple time line runs along the bottom of each page. Small, informative sidebars decorate most pages while several illustrated boxes add substance. Adams does not downplay Alexander's brutality or all-consuming ambition and includes examples of both. Peter Chrisp's Alexander the Great (DK, 2000) is a heavily illustrated work that reveals more details of the techniques Alexander employed in planning campaigns and battle strategy. Hatshepsut brought one unique quality to the office–her gender. This female who declared herself king ruled one of the most powerful nations in the world for over 20 years. The few facts known about her life and reign are woven into Galford's interesting account. Catherine M. Andronik's Hatshepsut, His Majesty, Herself (S & S, 2001) offers more colorful illustrations and pronunciation guides. As in Miriam Greenblatt's Hatshepsut and Ancient Egypt (Benchmark, 1999), general details of the everyday lives of Egyptians, particularly royalty, are used to complete the picture. Libraries owning either of those titles can rely on them to provide basic information. Others will Galford's biography useful.–Ann G. Brouse, Steele Memorial Library, Elmira, NY
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About this edition

• Publisher: National Geographic Children's Books
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0792236602
• ISBN 13: 9780792236603
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 64