From Arrian to Alexander Studies in Historical Interpretation [Hardcover]

This book provides a new perspective on the sources of Alexander's reign by rigorously examining the methods of historians of the time, particularly those of Arrian. Revealing Arrian's attitude toward his subject matter, approach to sources, techniques in writing speeches, and the degree to which he imposed his own judgement of his subject matter, Bosworth presents a clearer and more accurate picture of thepersonaof Alexander the Great, while offering new insights into two vital problems of documentation--the Royal Journals and the purported Last Plans.

A valuable contribution to our understanding of the literary and historical methods employed by Arrian. Thanks to the thoroughness of his analysis--and the lucidity of his style, Bosworth's study is an ideal advanced-student textbook for the historiographical techniques of the second century C.E. In short, Bosworth has done a superb job. --Choice

Bosworth has emerged as one of the greatest living scholars of Alexander, perhaps among the best ever. --American Historical Review

Provides much food for thought. --Classical Review