Hellenistic Greece

Beyond Alexander the Great: New Research Reveals Everyday Life in Ancient Pella

Ancient Pella is known around the world as the birthplace of Alexander the Great and the capital from which the Macedonian kingdom expanded across the ancient world. New archaeological research, however, is revealing a different chapter of the city’s...

How an Ancient Greek Eunuch Rose to Power after Alexander the Great

The death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC led to half a century of fierce military and political competition between the Diadochi (successors) who carved up his empire amongst themselves. During this period of turmoil emerged some of...