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Robin Lane Fox

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Robin Lane Fox

b. 1946

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Robin Lane Fox is a historian known for his work on ancient Greece and Rome, especially his books about Alexander the Great. He also writes on classical antiquity and biblical history.

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Non-Fiction History Ancient History Biography Military History

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El mundo clásico

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Alexander der Grosse

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De klassieke wereld

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Truth and Fiction in the Bible

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Alexander the Great

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Robin Lane Fox best known for?

    Robin Lane Fox is widely recognized for his extensive historical works, particularly his detailed biographies and analyses of figures from ancient Greece and Rome. His scholarship on Alexander the Great is especially prominent.

  • Has Robin Lane Fox won any awards?

    Robin Lane Fox was awarded the Duff Cooper Prize for his book "Alexander the Great." He also received the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for "Pagans and Christians."

  • What is Robin Lane Fox's writing style like?

    Robin Lane Fox's writing is characterized by its rigorous academic approach combined with an engaging narrative style, making complex historical subjects accessible. He often incorporates detailed geographical and archaeological insights into his historical accounts.