World History Biographies: Alexander: The Boy Soldier Who Conquered the World

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Now in paperback- This concise, visual biography of one of the world's most fascinating historical figures, engages kids by using colorful photographs, illustrations, maps, and archival objects, as well as lively narrative. Usingperiodartwork,primarysourceaccounts,photographs,artifactsandalively, engaging text, this book examines thelifeofAlexander the Great, from his childhood to his major achievements and victories in battle.

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"Featuring extrarodinary people throughout history, this series presents information in an easy-to-read, well-organized format." --Library Media Connection

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AuthorSIMON ADAMSworked 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. ConsultantPAUL CARTLEDGEis 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.