There are editions of "The Nature of Alexander" beautifully illustrated with photos, maps & art work. THIS IS NOT ONE OF THOSE EDITIONS! At least we have been given the text of Renault's research, the basis for her novels of the life of Alexander. Her research is impressive & I am glad to have it, but having the maps, photos & artwork to enforce the research WOULD have made this book a treasured item in my collection. Mary Renault deserves five stars but I give this edition three stars as being incomplete.