About the book: 2023 / A great conqueror, an enlightened ruler or a madman with delusions of grandeur? Alexander the Great is one of the most controversial figures in world history. Each generation has seen its own Alexander. Until recently, very little was known about his youth. But recent archaeological finds allow us to take a fresh look at the formation of his personality. This fascinating book tells how the path that led Alexander to the top of the world began. Published in Russian for the first time.