Alexander the Great, Part III: Show Notes
Alexander the Great, Part III investigates the most controversial aspect of Alexander's life - his relationship to his companion Hephaestion. Below, you'll find more info. on the guests, music, and resources which made this episode possible. If you notice anything missing, please leave a comment!
Guests (in order of appearance):
Dr. Reames is the Director of Ancient Mediterranean Studies at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Her research and teaching focuses on Ancient Greece, the Ancient Near East, and the early Church. She is also one of the world's leading experts on Alexander's mysterious companion Hephaestion. See more of her work.
Andrew Chugg is a leading researcher, writer, and commentator on the life and times of Alexander the Great. He has been featured on the BBC and in National Geographic. Andrew maintains two websites featuring his work: Alexander's Lovers and Alexander's Tomb.
Music:
Greek Temple - Derek and Brandon Fiechter
Key Sources/Resources:
Arrian, The Anabasis of Alexander
Jeanne Reames, Was He Really Alexander's Lover?
Blog post: Were Alexander the Great and Hephaestion lovers?
Andrew Chugg, Alexander's Lovers
Donald W. Engels, Alexander the Great and the Logistics of the Macedonian Army