Alexander Hamilton: Documents Decoded

Alexander Hamilton: Documents Decoded
ISBN-10
1440857644
ISBN-13
9781440857645
Series
Alexander Hamilton
Category
History
Pages
300
Language
English
Published
2018-05-10
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Author
Christina G. Villegas

Description

An indispensable resource for all readers, this book summarizes the founding of America alongside the personal and public life of one of America's most influential Founders through a comprehensive investigation of Hamilton's extensive writings. • Offers insight into both the public and private life of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's most significant historical figures and an American icon • Allows students to better grasp the seminal events of the founding of America through the writings of one of the leading Founders • Encourages thoughtful examination of primary source documents on the early years of the American republic

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