hamilton, alexander

Examines the evolution of Alexander Hamilton's negative reputation and argues that it is undeserved, discussing Hamiltonianism's relevance in the twenty-first century.

In July 2008, playwright and performer Lin-Manuel Miranda bought a book to read on vacation. Little did he know that his random choice would eventually help him change the face of Broadway. The book was Ron Chernow's biography of Alexander Hamilton, an original Founding Father of the United States. Seven years later, Miranda's revolutionary hip-hop musical opened to tremendous reviews, sold-out performances, and record-breaking awards. What inspired Miranda to tell Hamilton's story using twenty-first-century music and casting? How did his vision transform from hip-hop mixtape to Broadway musical? This engaging book shares this fascinating story.

A fictional story of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton-a revolutionary woman who, like her new nation, struggled to define herself in the wake of war, betrayal, and tragedy. A generals' daughter who championed the fight for independence, became the wife of Alexander Hamilton, became the center of America's first sex scandal, and eventually a widow due to the famous dual between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr.

Chronicles the life and career of of Alexander Hamilton, who was one of America's founding fathers, the first Secretary of the Treasury and right-hand man to President George Washington.

Think you know everything about Alexander Hamilton? Think again! The original immigrant success story brought to life in the musical "Hamilton," is every bit as amazing and controversial now as it was in the 18th century. TIME tells the whole story of the nation's first Secretary of the Treasury-a founding father with a complicated and ultimately tragic story that didn't end with the duel in Weehawken.

Discusses the musical "Hamilton" and how it became a big phenomenon across the country.

Keep readers at the edge of their seats with this riveting examination of a history-changing rivalry.

"Alex & Eliza's household continues to expand as they prepare for an arrival of their own, but new developments in their lives bring unforeseen consequences"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Eliza Hamilton that includes her early years in New York, into the ups and downs of her married life with Alexander, beyond the aftermath of his tragic murder, and finally to her involvement in many projects that cemented her legacy as one of the United States unsung heroes.

A biography of American Founding Father and Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton.