The riveting life of Alexander Hamilton, an illegitimate, largely self-taught orphan from the Caribbean who overcame all the odds to become George Washington's aide-de-camp and the first Treasury Secretary of the United States. Few figures in American history have been more hotly debated than Alexander Hamilton. In this work, it shows how the political and economic greatness of America today is the result of Hamilton's willingness to champion ideas that were often wildly disputed during his time
Ron Chernow
Ron Chernow is an American historian and biographer known for his in-depth research and engaging storytelling. He has written numerous acclaimed biographies, with his most notable works including "Alexander Hamilton," which inspired the hit Broadway musical, and "Grant," a biography of Ulysses S. Grant that won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography in 2018. Chernow's literary style is characterized by meticulous attention to detail, vivid character portrayals, and a talent for bringing historical figures to life on the page. His contributions to literature include shedding new light on well-known historical figures and making history accessible and engaging for a wide audience. "Alexander Hamilton" remains his most famous work, solidifying his reputation as a master biographer and historian.