Martha Brockenbrough

Complex, passionate, brilliant, flawedNone of America's founding fathers comes to life in this exciting biography. Richly informed by Hamilton's own writing, with archival artwork and new illustrations, this is an in-depth biography of an extraordinary man.

Alexander Hamilton, Revolutionary

Amanda Kordeliski

An extremely accessible biography of Hamilton and an excellent resource for teens who are fans of Miranda's musical but not up to the challenge of reading the Chernow biography. Follows Hamilton from his meager origins in Nevis to the legacy he left behind in the United States. While his flaws are noted, Brockenbrough does not spend a great deal of time dwelling on his shortcomings. The book does mark occasions where his pride and stubborn views were his downfall. A fascinating look at a founding father that integrates primary source letters, speeches, etc. into the narrative and gives life to important documents including the Federalist papers and other founding documents. The notes and historical explanations of life in colonial and revolutionary America at the end of the book are excellent and would serve as a great resource for those wanting to learn more.

Alexander Hamilton, Revolutionary

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