History of Alexander the Great vs Recollections and Letters of Robert E. Lee: Which Should You Read?

Cover of History of Alexander the Great History of Alexander the Great Jacob Abbott · 1848 ★★★★☆ 3.7 126 pages · ≈ 2 h 20 m · Challenging

A complete biography of the ancient Macedonian king and one of history's greatest military leaders.Alexander the Great, son of King Philip II of Macedonia, and his fourth wife, Olympias, seemed destined for success. He…

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Cover of Recollections and Letters of Robert E. Lee Recollections and Letters of Robert E. Lee Robert E. Lee · 1904 249 pages · ≈ 4 h 37 m · Challenging

Recollections and Letters shows all the varying facets of Lee's character. His letters reveal his personal warmth, bravery and concern for the South during and after the war.

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History of Alexander the GreatRecollections and Letters of Robert E. Lee
Ratings 152 —
Editions 137 95
Citations 4 —
Film adaptations 1 —
Want to read 986 —
Written reviews 152 —
Pages 126 249

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