| Author |
Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn, 1857-1948 |
| Title |
The Conqueror: Being the True and Romantic Story of Alexander Hamilton
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Conqueror: Being the True and Romantic Story of Alexander Hamilton" by Gertrude Franklin Atherton is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This work aims to dramatize the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's Founding Fathers, by weaving together factual history and an imaginative narrative that explores his character and the context of his times. The opening of the book introduces readers to the island of Nevis in the 18th century, setting the stage for Hamilton’s origins and the world he was born into. It details the socio-political landscape of Nevis, highlighting the wealth and prominence of its planters, while also hinting at Hamilton's humble beginnings. The narrative begins with the life of Rachael Fawcett, Hamilton's mother, illustrating her challenging marriage and determination to create a better life for her children amidst the societal expectations of the time. The opening culminates in Rachael giving birth to Alexander in a tumultuous environment, indicating the impactful confluence of his family's struggles and the vibrant yet harsh realities of colonial life that would shape his extraordinary path. This juxtaposition of a character-driven narrative with historical context sets up a vivid portrayal of Hamilton as a complex figure molded by both adversity and opportunity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13246 |
| Release Date |
Aug 22, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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