An analysis of Alexander the Great's political and military accomplishments traces the path of his armies while charting the course of his influence, citing his impact on military tactics, scholarship, and politics.

The fame of Alexander -- Alexander's world -- Young Alexander (356-334 BCE) -- Alexander and the Macedonians -- Alexander and the Greeks -- Alexander: conqueror of Persia (334-327 BCE) -- The generalship of Alexander -- Alexander and the Persians -- The final years (327-323 BCE) -- Alexander the man -- The divinity of Alexander -- The legends and legacies of Alexander.