Michael Thompson has a Masters Degree in ancient history from Oxford, where he wrote a thesis on the political and military career of the Hellenistic monarch Demetrius Poliorcetes (the 'Besieger'). He also has degrees in philosophy from universities in the United States. He has had a long interest in military history, including academic work, archaeology and gaming. He currently lives in Oxford, UK. The author lives in Oxfordshire, UK.
For those who are interested in the life of Alexander, this is an excellent book that shows just how well he was able to plan and execute his campaigns. A book that is interesting to all and one I know you will find enjoyable to read. -Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com (August 2007) This title provides a detailed analysis of the battle. Alexander's 5,000 cavalry routed a force of 20,000 Persian cavalry. This victory was the springboard for the subjugation of the coastal cities and ultimately the conquest of the Persian Empire. --Neoproprealism (May 2008) For those who are interested in the life of Alexander, this is an excellent book that shows just how well he was able to plan and execute his campaigns. A book that is interesting to all and one I know you will find enjoyable to read. --Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com (August 2007) This title provides a detailed analysis of the battle. Alexander's 5,000 cavalry routed a force of 20,000 Persian cavalry. This victory was the springboard for the subjugation of the coastal cities and ultimately the conquest of the Persian Empire. Neoproprealism (May 2008) For those who are interested in the life of Alexander, this is an excellent book that shows just how well he was able to plan and execute his campaigns. A book that is interesting to all and one I know you will find enjoyable to read. Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com (August 2007) This title provides a detailed analysis of the battle. Alexander's 5,000 cavalry routed a force of 20,000 Persian cavalry. This victory was the springboard for the subjugation of the coastal cities and ultimately the conquest of the Persian Empire. - Neoproprealism (May 2008) For those who are interested in the life of Alexander, this is an excellent book that shows just how well he was able to plan and execute his campaigns. A book that is interesting to all and one I know you will find enjoyable to read. -Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com (August 2007)