Visionary warrior, ambitious youth, angry son, ruthless conqueror. Such words have been used to describe Alexander the Great. But who exactly was this proclaimed man? When he set out to conquer the world way back in the 4th Century BC, not even the erstwhile philosophers of Ancient Greece could have predicted that the 20 year old would bend the course of history to his will, and make a name for himself that was never to be forgotten. This is one of the greatest stories of all time, and through the course of this programme there will be every opportunity to follow in Alexander's footsteps and enjoy a closer look at the enigmatic man behind the legend. Alexander the Great was, is and always will be a mighty box-office attraction, so sit back, relax and discover the true story of this conquering hero and his extraordinary life. Contains chapter points for easy scene selection.
