This work begins the detailed story of Alexander the Great's short life. It is told without conscious reference to the views found in the author's Introduction. They will underlie the treatment of the facts which make up his life. Contents: connected narrative of Alexander's life; Alexander's early training; Alexander and his army; Alexander's first steps; Gordium to Gaugamela; Persepolis to Maracanda; Maracanda to the Hydaspes; Hydaspes to the Hyphasis; Alexander picture; the romance; Alexander the Apostle.