Discover the compelling biography of Alexander Hamilton, a pivotal yet misunderstood founding father who shaped America's financial foundation. This trade paperback edition, published by Bloomsbury in 2021, encompasses a detailed account of Hamilton's remarkable life from his humble beginnings as an orphan in Nevis to his influential roles as George Washington's aide-de-camp and the United States' first Treasury Secretary. With 832 impactful pages, you'll explore Hamilton's intriguing journey through the eyes of acclaimed biographer Ron Chernow. Dive into this rich narrative that includes his controversial relationships with figures like Jefferson and Burr, as well as his tumultuous affair with Maria Reynolds. With a unique perspective on this immigrant story and its connection to America's origins, this book resonates with readers who appreciate the evolution of democracy, economics, and personal ambition. This biography is not just informative; it immerses you into the world of one of America’s most brilliant yet contentious figures. Enhance your personal library with this eye-opening book that intertwines history, politics, and literary artistry. Perfect for fans of the musical and anyone keen on understanding the complexities of America's founding ideals. Order now and experience the life of Alexander Hamilton like never before. Fast shipping ensures you get your copy quickly, making it a thoughtful gift or a splendid addition to your reading collection.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781800244399
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 832


Description:
You've seen the show, you've sung the songs, now read the full story of America's most misunderstood founding father.

'I was swept up by the story. I thought it 'out-Dickens' Dickens in the unlikeliness of this man's rise from his humble beginnings in Nevis in the Caribbean, to changing, helping shape our young nation. And it's uniquely an immigrant story and it's uniquely a story about writers... It's an amazing biography' LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA

Alexander Hamilton was an illegitimate self-taught orphan from the Caribbean who overcame all the odds to become George Washington's aide-de-camp and the first Treasury Secretary of the United States.

Few figures in American history are more controversial than Alexander Hamilton. In this masterful work, Chernow shows how the political and economic power of America today is the result of Hamilton's willingness to champion ideas that were often wildly disputed during his time. He charts his titanic feuds with Jefferson, Adams, Madison, Monroe and Burr; his highly public affair with Maria Reynolds; his loving marriage to his loyal wife Eliza; and the notorious duel with Aaron Burr that led to his death in July 1804.