{"title":"Pierre Briant","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the profound works of \u003cem\u003ePierre Briant\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned historian and distinguished expert in ancient history, focusing particularly on the era of Alexander the Great. Briant's insightful analysis and meticulous research bring the ancient world to life, offering readers an unparalleled glimpse into the history and military strategies of one of history's greatest conquerors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eAlexander the Great and His Empire\u003c\/em\u003e, Briant delves deeply into the complexities of Alexander's conquests, the administration of his empire, and his lasting influence on the cultures and lands he ruled. Briant's works are essential for anyone interested in understanding the historical nuances and military strategies of antiquity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, Pierre Briant's books present a rich tapestry of military history and cultural dynamics that continue to resonate today. Dive into this collection to gain a deeper understanding of Alexander the Great's empire and the fascinating world of ancient history through Briant's expert lens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alexander-the-great-and-his-empire-by-pierre-briant-9780691154459","title":"Alexander the Great and His Empire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the first publication in English of Pierre Briant's classic short history of \u003cem\u003eAlexander the Great and His Empire\u003c\/em\u003e, covering Alexander the Great's conquest of the Persian empire, from the Mediterranean to Central Asia. Eschewing a conventional biographical focus, this is the only book in any language that sets the rise of Alexander's short-lived empire within the broad context of ancient Near Eastern history under Achaemenid Persian rule, as well as against Alexander's Macedonian background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a renowned historian of both the Macedonians and the Persians, Briant is uniquely able to assess Alexander's significance from the viewpoint of both the conquerors and the conquered. He traces what changed and what stayed the same as Alexander and the Hellenistic world gained ascendancy over Darius's Persia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a short account of Alexander's life before his landing in Asia Minor, the book provides a brief overview of the major stages of his conquest. This background sets the stage for a series of concise thematic chapters that explore:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe origins and objectives of the conquest\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe nature and significance of the resistance it met\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe administration, defence, and exploitation of the conquered lands\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe varying nature of Alexander's relations with the Macedonians, Greeks, and Persians\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe problems of succession following Alexander's death\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor this translation, Briant has written a new foreword and conclusion, updated the main text and the thematic annotated bibliography, and added a substantial appendix in which he assesses the current state of scholarship on Alexander and suggests some directions for future research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than ever, this masterful work provides an original and important perspective on Alexander and his empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848306643180,"sku":"9780691154459","price":98.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1531733482434.jpg?v=1758972794"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/pierre-briant.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}