History & Social Studies

What was Plutarchs view of Alexander? Does he glorify him or criticize him? Or both? Why?

Asked by Griffith on 17 Feb 06:37

Last updated by Cat on 26 Dec 01:07

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Answered by Cat on 26 Dec 01:07

Plutarch wrote of the Battle of Issus: “Fortune certainly presented Alexander with the ideal terrain for the battle, but it was his own generalship which did most to win the victory.” Check this out:

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