This volume presents the first authoritative English translation and scholarly commentary on a little known but important ancient historical source: the second/third century Roman historian Justin's "epitome" or abridged version of the Philippic History by Pompeius Trogus (27 BC-AD 14). This book covers books 11-12 and represents one of the five major sources for historians on the life and times of Alexander the Great. A second volume, forthcoming, will cover books 13-15.

This source book presents new translations of the most important ancient writings on the life and legacy of Alexander the Great.

• Provides comprehensive coverage of Alexander, from his family background to his military conquests, death and legacy.


• Includes substantial extracts of texts written by historians, geographers, biographers and military writers.


• A general introduction and introductions to each chapter set the sources in context.


• Also includes a bibliography of modern works, visual sources...