Alexander the Great part due to Aristotle's tutelage; Alexander was intelligent and quick to learn. His intelligent and rational side was amply demonstrated by his ability and success as a general. He had great self-restraint in "pleasures of the body", in contrast with his lack of self-control with alcohol. Alexander was erudite and patronized both arts and sciences. However, he had little interest in sports or the Olympic games (unlike his father), seeking only the Homeric ideals of honour ("timê") and glory ("kudos"). He had great charisma and force of personality, characteristics which made him a great leader. His unique abilities were further
Alexander George (philosopher) "What Would Socrates Say?", has been published in many countries. Alex George's interest in chess problems led him to start the internet forum ChessProblem.net. He has also composed some retroanalytical compositions. With fellow Amherst professor Lawrence Douglas, Professor George publishes humorous pieces in "The Chronicle of Higher Education" and other publications. "Sense and Nonsensibility" (), a book that pokes gentle fun at the worlds of literature and academia, appeared in 2004. "The Everlasting Check: Hume on Miracles" Alexander George (philosopher) Alexander George is a professor of philosophy at Amherst College. He received his B.A. in 1979 from Columbia College and