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An acclaimed biographer writes the remarkable story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's most influential and fascinating founding fathers, and his untimely death in a duel with Aaron Burr.

"A brief biography of the eighteenth-century printer, inventor, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States."--

Alexander Hamilton was many things: student, soldier, and perhaps most famously, founding father. Young readers will learn the story of Alexander Hamilton, from his early childhood years to his becoming one of the most important figures in US history. Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The...

A brief biography of Patrick Henry tracing his progress from planter to statesman.

Capturing the essence of this exceptional individual through his original writings and hands-on activities from his era, this resource tells the rich story of one of America’s most celebrated Founding Fathers. Beginning with his time as a young printer, this engaging narrative details how Benjamin Franklin became a celebrity with the publication of Poor Richard: An Almanack and how he founded the colonies’ first lending...

A biography of the American who became known for his work as a printer, author, inventor, and statesman.

A simple biography of Benjamin Franklin emphasizing his contributions to American literature, politics, and science.

Follows the life of the accomplished American who achieved greatness as a writer, scientist, inventor, and statesman.

A biography of patriot Benjamin Franklin, from his Boston boyhood to his years as inventor and diplomat.