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Eliza Hamilton : the extraordinary life and times of the wife of Alexander Hamilton / Tilar J. Mazzeo.

Summary:

"From the New York Times bestselling author of Irena's Children comes a comprehensive and riveting biography of the extraordinary life and times of Eliza Hamilton, the wife of founding father Alexander Hamilton, and a powerful, unsung hero in America's early days. Fans fell in love with Eliza Hamilton--Alexander Hamilton's devoted wife--in Lin-Manuel Miranda's phenomenal musical Hamilton. But they don't know her full story. A strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a generous philanthropist, Eliza had many sides--and this fascinating biography brings her multi-faceted personality to vivid life. Eliza Hamilton: The Extraordinary Life and Times of The Wife of Alexander Hamilton follows Eliza through her early years in New York, into the ups and downs of her married life with Alexander, beyond the aftermath of his tragic murder, and finally to her involvement in many projects that cemented her legacy as one of the unsung heroes of our nation's early days. Featuring Mazzeo's "impeccable research and crafting" (Library Journal), and perfect for fans of the richly detailed historical books by Ron Chernow and Erik Larson, Eliza Hamilton is the captivating account of the woman behind the famous man." -- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9781501166303
ISBN: 1501166301
ISBN: 9781501166341
ISBN: 1501166344
Physical Description: 340 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color), genealogical tables ; 24 cm
Edition: First Gallery Book edition
Publisher: New York : Gallery Books, 2018.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 303-340).

Formatted Contents Note:

Home on the Hudson 1751-65 -- Fine frontier ladies, 1765-74 -- First romances, 1775-77 -- Angelica, 1777 -- Hamilton, 1778-80 -- The winter ball, 1780 -- All girls together; and Peggy, 1780-81 -- Peggy, 1781-84 -- New York, 1785-88 -- Family indiscretions, 1789 -- Speculation, 1790-91 -- The affair, 1791-92 -- Reprieve, 1793-95 -- The scandal, 1796-97 -- A Roman wife, 1797-1802 -- The duel, 1804 -- The widow, 1805-6 -- Legacies, 1807-27 -- Twilight, 1827-46 -- Last adventures, 1847-54.