The Anabasis of Alexander or, The History of the Wars and Conquests of Alexander the Great

Arrian's "The Anabasis of Alexander" serves as a monumental account of the conquests and military campaigns of Alexander the Great, woven together with striking detail and a vivid narrative style that reflects the Hellenistic fascination with heroism and leadership. Composed in the 2nd century AD, the work draws upon the earlier histories of Pseudo-Skylax and others, synthesizing both firsthand ex...