Best biography alexander the great

The best books on Alexander the Great, as recommended by historian Hugh Bowden, from the oldest existing biography to the best historical fiction. 21 books based on 31 votes: Ghost on the Throne: The Death of Alexander the Great and the War for Crown and Empire by James Romm, Becoming by Jeanne Ream. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Life of Alexander by Plutarch is an important historical text, but it is actually categorized as a biography. I also highly recommend Alexander the Great: Man and God by Ian Worthington. This was one of our course books in a level Alexander the Great class I took. M subscribers in the AskHistorians community. The Portal for Public History.