Heroes From Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar to Churchill and de Gaulle 1st Edition by Paul Johnson ISBN 0061143170 9780061143175

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ISBN 10: 0061143170 
ISBN 13: 9780061143175
Author: Paul Johnson

A galaxy of legendary figures from the annals of Western history

In this enlightening and entertaining work, Paul Johnson, the bestselling author of Intellectuals and Creators, approaches the subject of heroism with stirring examples of men and women from every age, walk of life, and corner of the planet who have inspired and transformed not only their own cultures but the entire world as well.

Heroes includes:

Samson, Judith, and Deborah • Henry V and Joan of Arc • Elizabeth I and Walter Raleigh • George Washington, the Duke of Wellington, and Lord Nelson • Emily Dickinson • Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee • Mae West and Marilyn Monroe • Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher, and Pope John Paul II

Heroes From Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar to Churchill and de Gaulle 1st Table of contents:

• Chapter One: Alexander the Great: Conqueror of the World

  • The Early Years: From Macedon to a World Empire
  • The Vision of a Unified East and West
  • Military Genius: Battles, Strategy, and Campaigns
  • The Legacy of Alexander: Hellenistic Influence and Globalization

• Chapter Two: Julius Caesar: Dictator of Rome

  • Rise to Power: From General to Supreme Ruler
  • Military Reforms and Conquests: Expanding the Roman Empire
  • Caesar’s Political Vision: The Fall of the Republic
  • Assassination and Legacy: Caesar’s Role in Shaping Roman History

• Chapter Three: Charlemagne: Father of Europe

  • Early Life and Rise to Power
  • Uniting Western Europe: The Carolingian Empire
  • Charlemagne’s Reforms: Education, Religion, and Governance
  • The Legacy of Charlemagne in European History

• Chapter Four: Richard the Lionheart: Crusader King

  • The Making of a Legend: From Prince to King of England
  • The Third Crusade: Leadership in Battle and Diplomacy
  • Challenges of Rule: Absence from England and Internal Conflicts
  • Richard’s Lasting Influence on European Chivalry

• Chapter Five: Napoleon Bonaparte: Emperor of the French

  • The Rise of Napoleon: From Soldier to Emperor
  • Revolutionary and Military Reforms: The Napoleonic Code
  • Conquests and Defeats: The European Empire and Its Collapse
  • Napoleon’s Enduring Influence on Europe and Modern Warfare

• Chapter Six: Winston Churchill: The Wartime Leader

  • Early Political Life: Struggles, Setbacks, and Persistence
  • Leadership During WWII: Defiance Against Nazi Germany
  • The Power of Oratory: Mobilizing a Nation
  • Churchill’s Legacy: Post-War Leadership and Global Influence

• Chapter Seven: Charles de Gaulle: Architect of Modern France

  • The Early Years: Military Career and Political Vision
  • WWII and the Free French Forces: Leading in Exile
  • The Founding of the Fifth Republic and Constitutional Reforms
  • De Gaulle’s Legacy: French Nationalism and the Role of France in Global Politics

• Chapter Eight: Mahatma Gandhi: The Hero of Non-Violence

  • The Early Years and the Struggle for Indian Independence
  • The Philosophy of Non-Violent Resistance: Satyagraha
  • Leadership Through Civil Disobedience and Mass Movements
  • Gandhi’s Legacy: The Global Impact of Non-Violent Resistance

• Chapter Nine: Franklin D. Roosevelt: The American Hero

  • Overcoming Personal and Political Challenges
  • Leadership Through the Great Depression: The New Deal
  • World War II: Strategic Leadership and the Allied Victory
  • Roosevelt’s Legacy in American Politics and Global Diplomacy

• Chapter Ten: Nelson Mandela: The Hero of South Africa

  • Early Life and Activism Against Apartheid
  • Imprisonment and the Struggle for Freedom
  • The Path to the Presidency and the End of Apartheid
  • Mandela’s Enduring Legacy in South Africa and the World

• Chapter Eleven: Margaret Thatcher: The Iron Lady

  • The Rise of Thatcher: Politics, Leadership, and Reforms
  • Economic and Social Policies: The Radical Conservative
  • The Falklands War and International Influence
  • Thatcher’s Legacy: The Polarizing Figure in British History

• Chapter Twelve: The Heroes of the Modern Era

  • The Changing Nature of Heroism: Leadership in the 21st Century
  • New Heroes: Political, Cultural, and Social Figures
  • The Role of Technology and Social Media in Shaping Modern Heroes
  • The Continuing Importance of Leadership in a Globalized World

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