Alexander the Great by Richard Stoneman is an introduction to the career and impact of the great Macedonian conqueror and the main themes of his reign. As well as tackling problems of interpretation, the author includes:



an examination of the written and other sources and the problems of working with them
discussion of archaeological and numismatic evidence
an outline of the Macedonian background
insight into Alexander's education and ideas
exploration of Alexander's claim to divinity
assessment of Alexander's short and long-term achievements
a study of his influence in antiquity.