num_pages: 240
description: The definitive guide to the life of the first woman to play a major role in Greek political history, this is the first modern biography of Olympias. Presenting a critical assessment of a fascinating and wholly misunderstood figure, Elizabeth Carney penetrates myth, fiction and sexual politics and conducts a close examination of Olympias through historical and literary sources, and brings her to life as she places the figure in the context of her own ancient, brutal political world. Individual examinations look An absolutely compelling read for students, scholars, and anyone with an interest in Greek, Classical, or women’s history.
language: English
title: Olympias: Mother of Alexander the Great
titlecomplete: Olympias: Mother of Alexander the Great (Women of the Ancient World)
genres: Biography, Nonfiction, Ancient History, Biography Memoir, Mythology, History
ratings_count: 42
series: Women of the Ancient World
publisher: Routledge