An illustrious scholar presents an elegant, concise, and generously
illustrated exploration of Alexander the Great’s representations in
art and literature through the ages John Boardman is one of the
world’s leading authorities on ancient Greece, and his acclaimed
books command a broad readership. In this book, he looks beyond the
life of Alexander the Great in order to examine the astonishing range
of Alexanders created by generations of authors, historians, and
artists throughout the world—from Scotland to China. Alexander’s
defeat of the Persian Empire in 331 BC captured the popular
imagination, inspiring an endless series of stories and
representations that emerged shortly after his death and continues
today. An art historian and archaeologist, Boardman draws on his deep
knowledge of Alexander and the ancient world to reflect on the most
interesting and emblematic depictions of this towering historical
figure. Some of the stories in this book relate to historical events
associated with Alexander’s military career and some to the fantasy
that has been woven around him, and Boardman relates each with his
customary verve and erudition. From Alexander’s biographers in
ancient Greece to the illustrated Alexander “Romances” of the
Middle Ages to operas, films, and even modern cartoons, this
generously illustrated volume takes readers on a fascinating cultural
journey as it delivers a perfect pairing of subject and author.
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ISBN
9780691184043
Publisert
2018
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Princeton University Press
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Engelsk
Format
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Digital bok
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