1783-1809

Describes Alexander Hamilton's life and his contributions to the country, from his early life in the West Indies and his tenure as a soldier in the Revolutionary War to his integral role in developing the U.S. Constitution.

Presents the biographies of Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr, including their duel, childhoods, service in the American Revolution, and political careers.

Introduces the iconic founding father, describes how he overcame his humble beginnings to help create America's central government, introducing many ideas that are still in practice today.

"Describes the life, presidency, and legacy of George Washington"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces readers to the dramatic life of Alexander Hamilton, a Founding Father who rose from childhood deprivation to become the first treasury secretary and architect of the U.S. banking system, among many other accomplishments.

A biography of Alexander Hamilton, the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, discussing his life, some of the legends about him, and his legacy.

"These days it seems everyone is signing the praises of Alexander Hamilton, but what's the all the fuss about? After all, Hamilton was never a president, nor was he a beloved figure in his time. After rising from humble origins, he won powerful friends and made powerful enemies during his life, which ended in his infamous duel with Aaron Burr. Still, the United States is indebted to Hamilton for his actions as the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, when his leadership set the new nation on a course toward prosperity and economic power."--Provided by publisher.

Presents an adaptation of Jon Meacham's "Thomas Jefferson" which looks at the life and career of President Thomas Jefferson, covering his childhood, family, role in the founding of the United States, Monticello, the creation of the University of Virginia, later life and death.

A brief, illustrated biography of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States.