A complete biography of the ancient Macedonian king and one of history's greatest military leaders.Alexander the Great, son of King Philip II of Macedonia, and his fourth wife, Olympias, seemed destined for success. He had Aristotle for a tutor until he was sixteen. He took interest in his father's military efforts abroad, and worried there would be nothing left to conquer when he became king. When ambassadors from Persia arrived in Macedonia, they tried to enterta...

44 Complete Works of Jacob AbbottAlexander the GreatCaleb in the CountryCharles ICleopatraCyrus the GreatDarius the GreatGenghis KhanGentle Measures in the Management and Training of the YoungGeorgieHannibalHistory of Julius CaesarHistory of King Charles II of EnglandJonas on a Farm in WinterKing Alfred of EnglandMargaret of AnjouMary ErskineNeroPeter the Great

King Richard the First, the Crusader, was a boisterous, reckless, and desperate man, and he made a great deal of noise in the world in his day. He began his career very early in life by quarreling with his father. Indeed, his father, his mother, and all his brothers and sisters were engaged, as long as the father lived, in perpetual wars against each other, which were waged with the most desperate fierceness on all sides...

It is the design of this work to narrate, in a clear, simple, andintelligible manner, the leading events connected with the history ofour country, from the earliest periods, down, as nearly as practicable,to the present time. The several volumes will be illustrated with allnecessary maps and with numerous engravings, and the work isintended to comprise, in a distinct and connected narrative, all that itis essential for the general reader to underst...

Before textbooks reduced American history to dates and names, Jacob Abbott told it as a living story. Published in the pivotal years before the Civil War, Abbott's monumental eight-volume series captured a nation still discovering itself—raw, idealistic, and teetering on the edge of transformation. With the narrative gifts that made him one of the nineteenth century's most beloved authors, Abbott wove the grand sweep of American history into compelling human drama: explorers braving unknow...

ALFRED THE GREAT figures in history as the founder, in some sense, of the British monarchy. Of that long succession of sovereigns who have held the scepter of that monarchy, and whose government has exerted so vast an influence on the condition and welfare of mankind, he was not, indeed, actually the first. There were several lines of insignificant princes before him, who governed such portions of the kingdom as they individually possessed, more like semi-savage chieftains than English kin...

"The History of Julius Caesar" by Jacob Abbott is a captivating exploration of the life and times of one of history's most renowned figures. Abbott delves into Caesar's rise from a young politician to a powerful general and statesman, highlighting his military conquests and political strategies. The narrative is rich with details about the Roman Republic, the social dynamics of the time, and the pivotal events that shaped Caesar's legacy. Abbott's engaging writing style makes the historica...

KING CHARLES THE FIRST was born in Scotland. It may perhaps surprise the reader that an English king should be born in Scotland. The explanation is this: They who have read the history of Mary Queen of Scots, will remember that it was the great end and aim of her life to unite the crowns of England and Scotland in her own family. Queen Elizabeth was then Queen of England. She lived and died unmarried. Queen Mary and a young man named Lord Darnley were the next heirs. It was uncertain which...

"William the Conqueror" by Jacob Abbott is a captivating biography that explores the life and achievements of one of history's most significant figures. Abbott delves into William's early life, his rise to power, and his pivotal role in the Norman Conquest of England. The narrative is rich with details about William's character, his military strategies, and the political landscape of the time. Abbott's engaging writing style makes the historical events accessible, allowing readers to appre...

"Hannibal" by Jacob Abbott is a captivating historical narrative that delves into the life and military exploits of the famed Carthaginian general, Hannibal Barca. Abbott presents a vivid portrayal of Hannibal's strategic genius, particularly during the Second Punic War against Rome. The book explores Hannibal's daring tactics, including his legendary crossing of the Alps with war elephants, and his relentless pursuit of victory. Abbott's engaging writing style brings to life the challenge...

KING CHARLES THE FIRST was born in Scotland. It may perhaps surprise the reader that an English king should be born in Scotland. The explanation is this: They who have read the history of Mary Queen of Scots, will remember that it was the great end and aim of her life to unite the crowns of England and Scotland in her own family. Queen Elizabeth was then Queen of England. She lived and died unmarried. Queen Mary and a young man named Lord Darnley were the next heirs. It was uncertain which...

The celebrity of Romulus seems to be of this latter kind. He founded a city. A thousand other men have founded cities; and in doing their work have evinced perhaps as much courage, sagacity, and mental power as Romulus displayed. The city of Romulus, however, became in the end the queen and mistress of the world. It rose to so exalted a position of influence and power, and retained its ascendency so long, that now for twenty centuries every civilized nation in the western world have felt a...