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bela_black in megalexandros

Question re: "The Nature of Alexander" (Renault)

Jan 22, 2010 20:24

Has anyone read M. Renault's "The Nature of Alexander"?

I was thinking about buying it, but I'd like to know whether it's worth a read. Can anyone help me with this?

Thank you :)

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carmine_rose January 22 2010, 19:32:41 UTC

I've read it - I got it cheap from a secondhand shop. It was pretty good - I enjoyed it.

bela_black January 23 2010, 12:59:06 UTC

Thank you for your comment. I'll make sure to read it :)

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bela_black January 23 2010, 13:00:54 UTC

Well, I figured as much, considering that Renault has also written Alexander fiction. But since I only want it for my personal entertainment, that's alright with me.

mizrychik62 January 24 2010, 04:43:25 UTC

It's very lovely, yes. Especially if you like Hephaistion ;)

furius January 22 2010, 20:27:00 UTC

It's beautiful prose and one of the pro-AtG camp of history.

bela_black January 23 2010, 13:02:26 UTC

Thank you for commenting. It sounds like something I'd enjoy reading, so I'll probably get it.

shezan January 22 2010, 20:32:30 UTC

It's a terrific history book. Go for it!

bela_black January 23 2010, 13:02:54 UTC

Alright, I will! Thank you for your comment.

riaki January 22 2010, 20:48:16 UTC

Yes, worth reading it and having it on your bookshelf! It's very pro-Alexander, but still beautifully written :)

bela_black January 23 2010, 13:03:34 UTC

That sounds great, thank you for your comment.