This simple but engaging chapter book biography traces the life of the great Macedonian conqueror, Alexander the Great. In his adolescence as a determined prince, Alexander became well educated and soon ascended to the throne after the death of his father. Highly ambitious and courageous, Alexander sought to conquer as much as he could and led his army through many remarkable victories throughout the east. After twelve years of conquest, Alexander had conquered much of the known world at the time and opened the door for the spread of Hellenistic culture, language, and ideas.