Alexander the Great Historical Sources in Translation

by Heckel, Waldemar; Yardley, J. C.

• ISBN13: 9780631228219
• ISBN10: 0631228217
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-01-09
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

This source book presents new translations of the most important ancient writings on the life and legacy of Alexander the Great. Provides comprehensive coverage of Alexander, from his family background to his military conquests, death and legacy. Includes substantial extracts of texts written by historians, geographers, biographers and military writers. A general introduction and introductions to each chapter set the sources in context. Also includes a bibliography of modern works, visual sources and a map of Alexander's expedition.

Author Biography

Waldemar Heckel is Professor of Ancient History at the University of Calgary. He was a founding editor of the Ancient History Bulletin and is the author of numerous books and articles, including The Last Days and Testament of Alexander the Great (1988), The Marshals of Alexander’s Empire (1992), and The Wars of Alexander the Great (2002).

J. C. Yardley is Professor of Classics at the University of Ottawa and a past President of the Classical Association of Canada. His publications include translations of Quintus Curtius’ History of Alexander, Livy 31–40, and Justin’s Epitome of Trogus. His latest work is Justin and Pompeius Trogus (2003).

Table of Contents

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Defining the Mexican Style Home	10	(3)
Chapter 1. Entryways- Entradas	13	(8)
Chapter 2. Living Rooms- Salas	21	(9)
Chapter 3. Kitchens- Cocinas	30	(15)
Chapter 4. Dining Rooms- Comedores	45	(13)
Chapter 5. Bedrooms- Recámaras	58	(17)
Chapter 6. Bathrooms- Baños	75	(19)
Chapter 7. Ceilings S Floors- Techos y Pisos	94	(6)
Chapter 8. Stairways- Escaleras	100	(9)
Chapter 9. Niches- Nichos	109	(10)
Chapter 10. Fireplaces- Chimeneas	119	(20)
Chapter 11. Lighting- Iluminación	139	(17)
Chapter 12. Arts- Artes	156	(30)
Appendix 1. Tile Illustration- Medio-pañuelo	186	(1)
Appendix 2. Paint Sample Illustrations	187	(3)
Glossary	190	(2)
Bibliography	192