From Tyrant to Philosopher-King
Charles Russell Stone
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From Tyrant to Philosopher-King
Published
2013
Publisher
Brepols Publishers
Pages
264
ISBN-13
9782503545394
Description
Since his death in Babylon in 323 BC, Alexander the Great has inspired an unparalleled legacy founded on both histories and legends. From ancient Alexandria to twentieth-century America, and from politics to popular entertainment, he has remained a source of fascination and debate. Today our conception of Alexander rests upon two Roman inventions of history. The first, that of a bloodthirsty tyrant corrupted by Persian decadence, was recovered in medieval monasteries and thrived for centuries, until the second, which viewed Alexander as an enlightened ruler and the head of a harmonious global empire, flourished in the age of humanism. From this clash of intellectual movements arose our modern debates over Alexander as either a madman or a philosopher-king, the epitome of corruption or of ideal government.
Subjects
Plutarchi Vitae parallelae
History of Alexander the Great
Historia Alexandri Magni
Fire from Heaven
Historiae Philippicae
Le Restor du Paon [par] Jean le Court, dit Brisebare.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This edition of From Tyrant to Philosopher-King has approximately 264 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
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Who is the author of From Tyrant to Philosopher-King?
From Tyrant to Philosopher-King was written by Charles Russell Stone.
When was From Tyrant to Philosopher-King published?
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