Publisher's Synopsis
The Alliterative Romance of Alexander is a book written by Joseph Stevenson in 1849. It is based on a unique manuscript that is held in the Ashmolean Museum. The book tells the story of Alexander the Great, a powerful ruler from ancient Greece who conquered much of the known world. The story is written in alliterative verse, which means that each line of the poem starts with the same sound. The book is a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in ancient history, and it provides a glimpse into the way that people thought and wrote during the medieval period. Overall, The Alliterative Romance of Alexander is a must-read for anyone interested in history, literature, or ancient cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
