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Alexander the Great — A genius? A tyrant? A visionary? A killer? A maniac?
Manage episode 515846594 series 1268634
He was undefeated in battle and established one of the largest empires in history. But his legacy goes beyond his military conquests. He increased trade between East and West, spread the Greek civilisation and founded cultural centres that still thrive today. Learn more about Alexander the Great's life, personality and impact with a fresh perspective on his reign, including the vital roles that other figures played in historical events and new insights into how and why historical interpretations have changed.
This talk is provided by the York Festival of Ideas. The Festival is led by the University of York, UK.
Speaker
Dr Stephen HarrisonLecturer in Ancient History, Swansea University, Author of Alexander the Great: Lives and Legacies
1252 episodes
Manage episode 515846594 series 1268634
He was undefeated in battle and established one of the largest empires in history. But his legacy goes beyond his military conquests. He increased trade between East and West, spread the Greek civilisation and founded cultural centres that still thrive today. Learn more about Alexander the Great's life, personality and impact with a fresh perspective on his reign, including the vital roles that other figures played in historical events and new insights into how and why historical interpretations have changed.
This talk is provided by the York Festival of Ideas. The Festival is led by the University of York, UK.
Speaker
Dr Stephen HarrisonLecturer in Ancient History, Swansea University, Author of Alexander the Great: Lives and Legacies
1252 episodes
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