Alexander Hamilton: the Outsider

A much quicker to read biography of Alexander Hamilton than Chernov's. ;) I was curious, though, what was thought to be most important for kids to know and what details I could see that differed from the musical. Overall, it was very interesting--I haven't done much reading about the Revolutionary W......more

This book was really great. I liked the way the author, Jean Fritz, writes. It made the story interesting. I couldn't put the book down at some parts and was sad that I could not read the whole book in a day. I have never actually cared too much about Alexander Hamilton or biographies, but reading t......more

A terrific book about the popular Revolutionary War leader, politician, Founding Father, and statesman! I learned so much and devoured most of the book in one night of reading. I always wanted to know more about Hamilton, especially since the Broadway play is so hot right now, and author Jean Fritz......more

In her usual fashion with engaging text based on research, Jean Fritz brings to life another wonderful man from the colonial period--Alexander Hamilton. Having endured several losses as a child, Hamilton joins George Washington in the nation-to-be's fight against the British. Fritz relies on some of......more

A novel for young adults, who are perhaps ignorant of everything about Alexander Hamilton, save he's the subject of a musical. A good way to get started on learning about the founding fathers of our country.......more