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Product Identifiers
PublisherKensington Publishing Corporation
ISBN-101496712528
ISBN-139781496712523
eBay Product ID (ePID)236993338
Product Key Features
Book TitleI, Eliza Hamilton
Number of Pages448 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2017
TopicSagas, Biographical, Historical
GenreFiction
AuthorSusan Holloway Scott
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight14 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2017-297074
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"While you're waiting for Hamilton tickets, or if you're obsessed with American history, this is the book to read this fall. Scott...brings a fascinating woman and tumultuous era to full-fledged life. The lavish details and meticulous research add resonance to Eliza's voice as she relates the story of her marriage. The sensitive portrayal is a testament to the Hamilton's abiding love and strong relationship, and proof of one woman's courage. The even pacing works well, maintaining a calmness within the storm."- RT Book Reviews , Top Pick
Dewey Decimal813/.6
SynopsisIn this beautifully written novel of historical fiction, bestselling author Susan Holloway Scott tells the story of Alexander Hamilton's wife, Eliza--a fascinating, strong-willed heroine in her own right and a key figure in one of the most gripping periods in American history. "Love is not easy with a man chosen by Fate for greatness . . ." As the daughter of a respected general, Elizabeth Schuyler is accustomed to socializing with dignitaries and soldiers. But no visitor to her parents' home has affected her so strongly as Alexander Hamilton, a charismatic, ambitious aide to George Washington. They marry quickly, and despite the tumult of the American Revolution, Eliza is confident in her brilliant husband and in her role as his helpmate. But it is in the aftermath of war, as Hamilton becomes one of the country's most important figures, that she truly comes into her own. In the new capital, Eliza becomes an adored member of society, respected for her fierce devotion to Hamilton as well as her grace. Behind closed doors, she astutely manages their expanding household, and assists her husband with his political writings. Yet some challenges are impossible to prepare for. Through public scandal, betrayal, personal heartbreak, and tragedy, she is tested again and again. In the end, it will be Eliza's indomitable strength that makes her not only Hamilton's most crucial ally in life, but also his most loyal advocate after his death, determined to preserve his legacy while pursuing her own extraordinary path through the nation they helped shape together.
A skillfully written account that fills in what might have, could have been for history or period buffs. After reading, Chernow’s NF Hamilton, this read fleshes out and adds an an extra layer that adds humanity to this almost larger than life other Hamilton. A Hamilfan must read.