Treasures of Alexander the Great
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Treasures of Alexander the Great
How One Man's Wealth Shaped the World
Holt, Frank L. (Professor of History, University of Houston)
Oxford University Press Inc
04/2016
320
Dura
Inglês
9780199950966
15 a 20 dias
This book investigates the kinds and quantities of treasure seized by Alexander the Great, from gold and silver to land and slaves. It reveals what became of the king's wealth, and what Alexander's redistribution of these vast resources can tell us today about his much-disputed policies and personality.
List of Illustrations Chapter One. Introduction Chapter Two. Poor Alexander? Chapter Three. Conquest, Up Close and Costly Chapter Four. Reciting the Sword's Prayer Chapter Five. A King's Priorities Chapter Six. (Mis)Management Chapter Seven. Conclusion Appendices Notes Bibliography Index
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This book investigates the kinds and quantities of treasure seized by Alexander the Great, from gold and silver to land and slaves. It reveals what became of the king's wealth, and what Alexander's redistribution of these vast resources can tell us today about his much-disputed policies and personality.
List of Illustrations Chapter One. Introduction Chapter Two. Poor Alexander? Chapter Three. Conquest, Up Close and Costly Chapter Four. Reciting the Sword's Prayer Chapter Five. A King's Priorities Chapter Six. (Mis)Management Chapter Seven. Conclusion Appendices Notes Bibliography Index
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