Plutarch's Lives, Volume 2

Who is Alexander from Plutarch's Lives, Volume 2 and what is their importance?

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Alexander was the son of Philip of Macedon, succeeding him as king when he was 20 years old. He proved himself to be an able military commander and under his leadership, Macedonia conquered much of Persia, where Alexander spread Greek culture and ideas. Alexander died after a sudden and brief illness. Plutarch suggests that he may have been poisoned.

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Plutarch's Lives, Volume 2