influence on Alexander. Aristotle taught Alexander to think in new ways, and most importantly told him "the mind must govern the body"(Mitchison pg10). This may have influenced Alexander and his military success since it would help Alexander's military organization. Aristotle taught Alexander about philosophy, science, and literature. He had a written copy of Homer's The Iliad for Alexander. After reading The Iliad, Alexander's heroes were Achilles and Herakles. Aristotle was Alexander's greatest influence and was his teacher until Alexander took control of the Macedonian empire.
             In the summer of 336B.C. at the age of twenty, Alexander took over the great Macedonian empire when his father was murdered. Olympia's jealously of Philip's new marriage may have played a role in Philip's death. Alexander firmly took charge by putting down rebellions that arose against his rule. After gaining respect in his empire, Alexander now focused on winni
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