alexander the conqueror

The illustrated collection Large characters at child height offers the reader from 7 to 10 years old to discover the life of famous people. Author: Jean-Luc Langlais Illustrator: Daniele Catalli Extract: The road to Babylon, the capital of the empire, opens before Alexander. He entered the city with his army, where horses, camels, dromedaries and elephants now rub shoulders, followed by tens of thousands of soldiers from all over the world. But, instead of stopping in his new capital, Alexander decides to continue his conquests. He goes to fight many tribes. One day, an arrow pierces his right leg; another, he is injured in the chest. He receives nearly ten wounds. Sometimes his companions think he is dead! From battle to battle, from fortress assault to city siege, he leads his army to India. His last great adversary is the ruler of Indian kingdom, King Poros.