"Alexander the Great" by Jacob Abbott is a biography that tells the story of a legendary king, starting with his youth and the beginning of his rule. The book looks at Alexander's personality, what he wanted to achieve, and the world around him. It begins by showing Alexander as a young boy, including his family, like his father, King Philip, and mother, Queen Olympias. It also talks about his education with famous teachers like Aristotle. Stories like the one about his horse, Bucephalus, help show how smart and strong he was from a young age. The story also shows the conflicts Alexander faced and the difficult choices he had to make as he grew into his role, suggesting the amazing things he would eventually do.

Alexander the Great Makers of History
By Jacob Abbott
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Witness the making of a king from boy to leader, set against a backdrop of ancient empires and legendary feats.
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About the AuthorJacob Abbott was an American writer of children's books.
Jacob Abbott was an American writer of children's books.
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