Date of Award:
8-2024
Document Type:
Thesis
Degree Name:
Master of Arts (MA)
Department:
History
Committee Chair(s)
Frances Titchener
Committee
Frances Titchener
Committee
Mark Damen
Committee
Patrick Mason
Abstract
This thesis analyzes the changes in Alexander the Great’s public image and how his visit to the Oracle of Ammon was a catalyst for these alterations. Examining moments of Alexander in isolation, his adoption of ostentatious habits, and enrobing himself in foreign attire and culture reveals a connection to his time in the Egyptian desert where Alexander was promised eventual authority over all mankind. The post-Siwa Alexander used these tools to leave behind the Hellenistic leader and become the Lord of Asia.
Checksum
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Recommended Citation
Boardman, Luke, "Siwa's Influence on Alexander the Great's Self-Presentation" (2024). All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Fall 2023 to Present. 279.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/etd2023/279
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