"The Story of Alexander Hamilton: A Biography Book for New Readers", from author Christine Platt, can be read and enjoyed by both children and adults. Alexander Hamilton--a pivotal figure in American history--was born on a small island in the Caribbean. Despite a turbulent childhood, by the time Alexander arrived in the United States as a teenager, he was already a gifted writer and speaker. He studied hard and had a keen interest in politics. He was a great proponent of freedom who opposed slavery and fought bravely in the Revolutionary War. He became an aide to General George Washington, and after the war, he helped to found the basis for America's new government. He served as Secretary of the Treasury under President Washington, and he worked to establish the new nation's first bank and currency system. Alexander accomplished much in his life, but he did not live to see his 50th birthday. Shot during a duel with his longtime political nemesis, Aaron Burr, he died the next day. His legacy lives on, and many of his ideas are still being used to this day. Throughout the book, there are "think tank" questions to prompt readers to further explore elements of Alexander's story, and a quiz is included to spur your memory of what you've read. You will also find a helpful glossary which explains terms such as "abolitionist", "colonizing", "militia", and more.

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