Alexander, 334-323 BC
Subtitle: conquest of the Persian Empire
By: John Warry.
Series: Osprey military campaign series -- 7
Publisher: Osprey
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Oxford
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
Subjects: Alexander, -- the Great, -- 356-323 B.C.; Macedonia -- History -- To 168 B.C.; Macedonia -- History, Military.
Description: "Alexander of Macedonia was undoubtedly one of the greatest generals of all time. This book by John Warry, an expert on the warfare of the classical world, examines the principle battles of Alexander's campaigns in detail. The battles of the Granicus, Issus, Gaugamela, Hydaspes and the difficult siege of Tyre are all discussed at length. These careful studies shed light on Macedonian tactics, in particular the combination of armored infantry phalanx with fast-moving cavalry. The men and equipment of both Alexander and his Persian enemies are also examined, providing a comprehensive insight into Alexander's life and military actions"--Page 4 of cover.