Alexander the Great: The Story of the World's Greatest Military Commander

Immerse yourself in the incredible life of Alexander the Great with this engaging biography by Jacob Abbott. Follow the epic journey of this legendary conqueror as he forges an empire, leaves an indelible mark on history, and becomes one of the most influential figures of all time.

• Jacob Abbott's riveting biography of Alexander the Great, filled with fascinating details and historical insights
• Chronicles the life and military campaigns of the Macedonian king
• Explores Alexander's leadership, military strategies, and his impact on the ancient world
• Provides a vivid portrayal of the political and cultural landscape of the time
• A must-read for history enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive and accessible account of a remarkable historical figure

Born in November 1803, at Hallowell, Maine, Jacob Abbott was a prolific author of juvenile fiction, brief histories, biographies, religious books for the general reader, and a few works in popular science. His first books including The Young Christian; or, A Familiar Illustration of the Principles of Christian Duty (1832), were published while he was working at Mount Vernon as its principal. In 1835, he published The Little Scholar Learning to Talk: A Picture Book for Rollo which was later reissued as Rollo Learning to Talk. It became the first in the Rollo Series which had fourteen books. This series is the best known of his writings.
Jacob Abbott died in 1879 in Farmington, Maine, aged seventy-five. He authored one hundred and eighty books and edited or co-authored thirty-one. His children's series, especially Franconia stories have been praised for their depiction of children and their storytelling approach. His works continue to be widely read and acclaimed.