I got really interested hamiltons life and the political details and started readingmorelistened to the. The life of alexander hamilton is without doubt worth reading about and in my opinion you would be hard pressed to find a better written, more comprehensive book on his life. In this kids biography, discover the amazing life story of alexander hamilton, founding father of the united states whose work as an american statesman and strong personality made him an icon of history and popular culture. The inspiration for the hit broadway musical hamilton. True life adventure story of the founding father who died in a duel. However, ron chernows book awakens its reader to the fact that alexander hamilton was perhaps the very first american to experience the american dream, arriving in this country as a foreigner and rising to the very top of the pile, all within a relatively short period of time. Alexander hamilton this book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. It is a quick and short read which did not confuse this reader with a lot of names, places, and other assorted events. In the first fulllength biography of alexander hamilton in decades, national book award winner ron chernow tells the riveting story of a man who overcame all odds to. And now the musical that can do no wrong is a bestselling book. In fact, he was one of americas most influential founding fathers.
The america that alexander hamilton knew was largely agricultural and built on slave labor. Morgan and went on to win the national book award for nonfiction. Alexander hamilton by ron chernow is a masterpiece which has engaged me, shocked me and even brought me to tears. Alexander hamilton paperback tattered cover book store. A life won the 2011 pulitzer prize for biography, and alexander hamilton was. Alexander hamilton paperback carmichaels bookstore.
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Alexander hamilton was an illegitimate, largely selftaught orphan from the caribbean who overcame all the odds to become george washingtons aidedecamp and the first treasury secretary of the united states. Alexander hamilton is known not only for his political brilliance, but also for his strong principles and astonishing. The author writes a great account on the life of alexander hamilton something most are unacquainted with. From his less than auspicious start in 1755 on the caribbean island of nevis to his untimely death in a duel with his old enemy aaron burr in 1804, alexander hamilton, despite his short life, left a huge legacy. A picture book of alexander hamilton picture book biography by david a adler paperback. In the first fulllength biography of alexander hamilton in decades, national book award winner ron chernow tells the riveting story of a man who overcame all odds to shape, inspire, and scandalize the newborn america.
Alexander hamilton paperback chicago public library. I have long thought that a book was needed to link hamilton s real life experiences to presentday situations. Ron chernow is the prizewinning author of five books and the recipient of the 2015 national humanities medal. Alexander hamilton by ron chernow 2005, paperback for sale. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Eliza hamilton was much more than founding father alexander hamiltons devoted wife. Mar 29, 2005 alexander hamilton by ron chernow is a masterpiece which has engaged me, shocked me and even brought me to tears. Likewise, it returned to the list of top 50 best sellers according to usa today. Top 9 best alexander hamilton books alexander hamilton. Ron chernow is the prizewinning author of six previous books and the recipient of the 2015 national humanities medal.
He is best known for being one of the main contributors to the federalist papers and being the first secretary of the treasury of the united states. He believed that such an america would be a land of. Alexander hamilton by ron chernow 2004, hardcover for sale. Alexander hamilton great lives by ron chernow paperback. Heres a list for when you need to start retreatin and readin every treatise on the shelf. A new york times bestseller, and the inspiration for the hit broadway musical hamilton pulitzer prizewinning author ron chernow presents a landmark biography of alexander hamilton, the founding father who galvanized, inspired, scandalized, and shaped the newborn nation. Constitution, founder of the nations financial system, and its first secretary of the treasury the book. Learn all about his amazing life and tragic deathin the pages of this book. The whole life and times are here in a genuinely great book. His first book, the house of morgan, won the national book award, washington. The revolution by linmanuel miranda, the shows creator and star, and coauthor jeremy mccarter grand central. A life reprint edition by randall, willard sterne 2014 paperback on.
There is a lot to like and be in awe about alexander hamilton. Books by alexander hamilton author of the federalist papers. She was a strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a savvy businesswoman. Rockefeller, sr were both nominated for the national book. His two most recent books, alexander hamilton and titan. Alexander hamilton by ron chernow 2005, paperback for. Alexander hamilton is a fascinating book about one of americas least appreciated founding fathers. Aug 10, 2017 alexander hamilton by ron chernow is a masterpiece which has engaged me, shocked me and even brought me to tears. Alexander hamilton paperback mclean and eakin bookstore. Alexander hamilton is a 2004 biography of american statesman alexander hamilton, written by.
Using a 21st century sensibility to bring 18th century history to life, wilser has written a modernday guide thats both entertaining and effective. But hamilton was the main author of the federalist papers and he secured americas financial stability and growth in the early years of the republic. Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in alexander hamiltons life in this level two i can read biography, which combines a traditional, illustrated narrative with historical illustrations and photographs at the back of the book complete with a timeline, illustrations, and interesting facts. After the success of the musical, a paperback edition of alexander hamilton was released featuring the musicals logo on its cover. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked. Mar 12, 2020 a new york times bestseller, and the inspiration for the hit broadway musical hamilton pulitzer prizewinning author ron chernow presents a landmark biography of alexander hamilton, the founding father who galvanized, inspired, scandalized, and shaped the newborn nation. His first book, the house of morgan, won the national book award. Shop for alexander hamilton books online at target. In alexander hamiltons guide to life, jeff wilser finally offers just that. Alexander hamilton paperback charlottes favorite bookstore.
Sales soared from 3,300 copies in 2014 to 106,000 in 2015, and the book returned to the new york times bestseller list. A past president of pen america, chernow has been the recipient of eight honorary doctorates. Rockefeller, were both nominated for the national book critics circle award in biography. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. All the thrills of the nations birth in the biography of one man. Alexander hamilton is a 2004 biography of american statesman alexander hamilton, written by historian and biographer ron chernow. A life won the pulitzer prize for biography, and alexander hamiltonthe. Buy the paperback book alexander hamilton by ron chernow at indigo. A life won the pulitzer prize for biography, and alexander hamiltonthe inspiration for the broadway musicalwon the george washington book prize. Few figures in american history are more controversial than alexander hamilton. In alexanders last letter to eliza, he called her the best of wives, the best of women. Frederick scott olivers biographical study, alexander hamilton.
According to historian joseph ellis, alexander hamilton is a robust fulllength portrait, in my view the best ever written, of the most brilliant, charismatic and dangerous. Yet through hard work and perseverance, alexander hamilton became a successful statesman. A life by willard sterne randall and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Apr 20, 2016 and now the musical that can do no wrong is a bestselling book. He grew up without a father and lost his mother when he was just. I have long thought that a book was needed to link hamiltons real life experiences to presentday situations. He believed that such an america would be a land of opportunity for the poor and the newcomers.
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