Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

I did not know of this person from history so finding out about him was interesting and how he followed Alexander the Great after he died. The author shows his rise to power and then how he succeeds Alexander. This turned out to be a good read for me since I knew nothing about this part of history before.

NetGalley, Pat Lorelli

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There's a good deal of detail about the numerous campaigns and battles of both father and son, and some useful insights into the cut-throat diplomacy among the Successors. A good read for anyone interested in Ancient Greece, Alexander, or the rise of the Romans, for whom the Successors set the stage.

The NYMAS Review, Winter 2020-2021

I enjoyed this book but it was less of a biography, more of look at the life and times of Antigonus. This books offers a great overview of the historical situation following the death of Alexander the Great especially in Asia. I would have preferred some more detail and a closers focus but nevertheless this is well written a DJ well researched.

NetGalley, Rebecca B

The author writes accessibly but meticulously, and builds up the necessary background context for the compelling history of the time and manages to humanize the major players despite the intervening millenia. The author uses a chronological chapter format, starting with Macedonia of the period, through the Alexandrian period, Antigonus' rise and solidification of power, then through the successor war and battles which followed Alexander's death.

The book is meticulously annotated throughout. The author has cited period and later scholarly research to support the narrative. There are 5 appendices as well as copious chapter notes, an exhaustive bibliography, maps, photos (of period artifacts) and a cross referenced index... This would be a great selection for fans of military history, as well as a superlative support text for related academic studies on the time period.

NetGalley, Annie Buchanan

If you enjoy military history, then this is a book that you are going to really enjoy!

NetGalley, Rebecca Hill

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A Wargamers Needful Things

The publisher is building a fine catalogue of titles covering aspects of the Ancient World, and particularly of the lesser known leaders and conflicts. This new book forms part of that catalogue and tells the exciting story of one of those competing to succeed Alexander the Great. ... Recommended.

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