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Josiah
If I recall correctly from a comment a history prof said, Plutarch writes this book to provide a moral example to young men and boys. Alexander is depicted as exemplifying the cardinal virtues of the Greeks (courage, justice, temperance, and prudence). I haven't read the book yet, but I suspect much of Alexander's behavior is embellished to make a point.
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