About the book: 1998 / Holding the great Empire firmly in your hands is the destiny of the few. Alexander the Great (356–323 BC), Gaius Julius Caesar (102 or 100–44 BC) and his adopted son Augustus (63–19 BC), and much later, the Frankish emperor Charlemagne (742–814) - these are several personalities whose essays are included in this book. It is not enough to say that the life path of world conquerors is not easy. Military valor, extraordinary intelligence, unprecedented cunning and resourcefulness, acting, bravery and courage are just some of the touches to the portrait of the world conqueror. And none of their successors managed to keep the conquered Empire from collapse. History will provide the answer to the reasons for this. The book will be of interest to a wide readership.