World's Unsolved Mysteries - (Full 2 Volumes) (Children's Phonetic Illustrations Edition) (Includes Bonus CD)

Author: Ji Jianghong
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: The mystery of the solar system? The legend of the mermaid? The mysterious Mayans? The mystery of the mummy? The mystery of the wolf child? The unsolved suspense not only confuses adults but also attracts children's curious gaze, guiding them into the boundless world of the unknown. This book is one of the "Essential Reading Series for Chinese Children," encompassing fields such as the universe, geography, nature, history, figures, science, and art, helping young readers understand and explore the mysteries of the world. Today's "unknown" will surely inspire children's curiosity to explore, striving to turn it into tomorrow's "known"—this is the driving force behind their journey into the unknown world.
The Mystery of Alexander the Great's Death
King Alexander of Macedon was a brilliant military strategist who, in just ten years, built an empire spanning three continents. However, in 323 BC, at the age of 33, he suddenly died while preparing for a new campaign. According to historical records, there were some omens before his death. On the march, a wizard predicted that he would encounter misfortune in Babylon. This troubled him, so he avoided the city. Yet, he still died shortly after. How did he die?
Generally, people say Alexander died of malaria. Others believe he succumbed to health problems caused by excessive drinking, which weakened him and led to an infection. Some even claim he died from drinking poisoned wine at a banquet, the victim of a conspiracy rather than an illness. To this day, the exact cause of Alexander the Great's death remains an unsolved mystery.
Alexander and Aristotle
Alexander's father placed great importance on his son's cultural education. He hired Aristotle, a renowned philosopher of ancient Greece, to be Alexander's private tutor.