'Lives of Alexander. Two fabulous stories': biography of a legend.

Carlos García Gual compiles in one volume a pair of emblematic texts of the popular tradition around the exploits of Alexander the Great. At kilometer zero of literature is the purest heritage narrative, with popular roots, which takes shape in late Antiquity in some precious relics of pioneering novels. The last of the genres that the Greeks invented, based on certain post-classical themes - the adventures of pilgrim lovers, trips to fantastic countries and the legendary lives of extraordinary characters.