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About this book:
Inspiring generations of of poets, novelists, scriptwriters, and scholars, the rise and fall of the great Empires of the Classical world is an enthralling story of passion and conquest. The leaders, battles, and military technologies that dominated the wars between Greece and Persia and Alexander’s conquests are all examined in detail in this book, and their historical significance is discussed. The appendix focuses on the modern treatment of Ancient Greece in film, including behind-the-scenes insights into the filming of battle scenes for Oliver Stone’s epic movie, Alexander the Great.