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| CATEGORY: | Video |
| DIRECTOR: | David Wallace (II) |
| THEATRICAL RELEASE DATE: | 04 May, 1998 |
| MANUFACTURER: | Pbs (Direct) |
| MPAA RATING: | Unrated |
| FEATURES: | NTSC |
| TYPE: | Documentary, Movie |
| MEDIA: | VHS Tape |
| # OF MEDIA: | 2 |
| UPC: | 794054372939 |
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Customer Reviews of In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great
living history This is one of the best documentaries I have seen, and certainly the best on Alexander. Michael Wood makes his subject come alive. Add to that, he knows his stuff and presents it in a way that is both accurate and engaging. The most interesting aspect of this documentary is the way he shows how the memory of Alexander remains alive in the folf memory of the people in the lands that Alexander conquered. From the perspective of a North American here on the West Coast where history is measured in a dozen or so decades, it's incredible to see bards singing in tavernas singing of the deeds of Alexander that are still as real in the minds of the people as if it happened yesterday.
Great Travelogue
This is a splendid travleogue of Alexander's journey of conquest. Little is said however concerning his early years in Greece and his development under his father King Philip. Nothing is shown concerning his early campaigns in Greece, his sacking of Thebes and his pivotal part in the battle of Chronea in 338 BC. The first major battle at the Granicus in 332 BC after landing at the Hellespoint is also skipped over for some reason. Despite these failings, Michael Wood provides a fascinating and energetic account of Alexander's route of conquest. His enthusiam for the topic is evident throughout, and many fascinating people and places are shown. His use of the primary sources of Alexander make for interesting comparisons concerning description and reality. To read what old sources say, and to try and make sense of them by traveling to see for oneself is one of the most compelling aspects of historical travel.
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> The folklore and legends of Alexander in the various regions of the East that he passed through becomes evident in watching this work. This is more a travelers history of Alexander. Those desiring some insight into his battles may be somewhat disappointed here. In my opinion more attention could have been given to this aspect of Alexander's career. His generalship is one of the most concrete elements we have concerning his style of leadership and deserves greater attention here. His two earlier battles as noted above are skipped over, and even Issus, Gaugamela and Hydaspes receive only scant mention. Still, I can't fault this work totally for these omissions. What we have is still an epic account of his travels and how these places and people appear today.
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>One comes away from viewing this travelogue with a new respect for Alexander's sheer force of will to conquer so many varied regions and peoples. Nothing truly daunted him, and his legacy lives on vividly in the East, even if it may not be the most accurate view of him.
This Video is Fantastic
I watched this when it was first run on PBS. What a fantastic, interesting movie. The best part was watching the modern day travel that Alexander had to go through that in his day where now it's several different countries. You don't get up and move while watching this and you learn so much more than just history!