This young reader's chapter book tells the story of Alexander the Great, from the days of his childhood until the collapse of his massive empire. It is written so that primary school children can read it themselves. The text is nicely written, the illustrations throughout make the text more accessible and pleasing for children.

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What makes this book worthwhile is the tale is tells about Alexander. The telling includes enough historical facts to bring this great military leader to life. It show both the admirable aspects of his character, and the pride that lead to his eventual destruction. He is presented as an extremely able, somehow genius military leader. This aspect will excite young readers (particularly ones who have a natural inclination towards adventure and action). At the same time it shows us that a great person can become too proud and loose touch with what made him great in the first place.

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The writing is well researched and informative. At the same time, although the book has this multifaceted presentation of the hero (that makes the story more valuable) it is appropriate for children. The authors did not go into the homosexual aspects of Ancient Greek society that many modern writers love to gossip about, and which are most often misunderstood and misrepresented.

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To top it all off, the story is fun to read. This is a book that will offer historical learning; moral concepts exemplified by historical persons to think about; as well as an exciting adventure war story with a remarkable hero at its centre. The author of this book has done a great job pitching Alexander the Great to young readers.