hamilton, alexander

An objective, in-depth study of Alexander Hamilton reassesses the life and meteoric career of this outstanding political figure, offering an account of his public achievements and personal misfortunes.

Discusses the ideological conflict between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton and its effect on the development of the newly created United States.

Examines the life of Alexander Hamilton, the first U.S. secretary of the treasury, appointed by George Washington, discussing his early life in the Caribbean, his education, military service, marriage, and role in the new government, and telling of the duel in which he died.

Surveys the life of Alexander Hamilton, the American statesman, lawmaker, writer of the Federalist Papers, and first secretary of treasury under George Washington.

A biography of the man who among other achievements was a Revolutionary War hero, an aide and advisor to George Washington, a framer of the Constitution, and the first Secretary of the Treasury of the newly formed United States.

An introduction to the life and accomplishements of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton.

Provides insight and perspective as to the inner workings of the American government's fiscal strategy through the ages and looks at various responses through the years to economic crises, wars, and recessions.

Offers a brief overview of the life of Alexander Hamilton, discussing his childhood, involvement in the colonies' fight for freedom from Britain, years as a member of Congress, and term as President.

Examines the life of Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States, discussing his accomplishments, as well as the controversy and scandal that marked his career.

Presents a short children's biography on the life of Alexander Hamilton and provides details on his childhood in the West Indies, involvement in the American Revolution and the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and his position as the country's first Secretary of the Treasury.