I, Eliza Hamilton (eBook)

Susan Holloway Scott (Autor)

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2017
400 Seiten
Kensington Books (Verlag)
978-1-4967-1253-0 (ISBN)

Infos

The strong-willed, heroic wife of Alexander Hamilton tells her story in this historical novel by the bestselling author of The Secret Wife of Aaron Burr.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 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 ownIn 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 scandal, betrayal, heartbreak, and tragedy, she is tested again and again. In the end, it will be Eliza's 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 path through the nation they helped shape together.';Scott expertly handles the complex history and complicated romance, moving the personal and political plots briskly. Readers will be captivated by the affecting portrait Scott has painted of Eliza as an American patriot who was witness and counsel to Alexanders enduring legacy.' Publishers Weekly(starred review)';Your nextHamiltonobsession.' Bustle

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.10.2017
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 13 colonies • 1776 • 18th century • 19th century • Albany • alexander hamilton biography • American • american historical fiction • American History • American Revolution • Biographical Fiction • biographical novel • Colonial America • cultural heritage • dutch settlers • Founding Father • Founding Fathers • George Washington • Hamilton • Hamilton Affair • hamilton biography • hamilton book • harlequin historical romance • Historical • historical american couple • historical couple • historical fiction • historical fiction books • historical fiction romance • Historical Romance • historical saga • lin manuel miranda • new historical fiction • New York • Patriotic • Revolutionary War • Saga • s fiction • thirteen colonies • tomboy • United States • woman behind the man • women&#39 • Women in History • Women's Fiction
• ISBN-10: 1-4967-1253-6 / 1496712536
• ISBN-13: 978-1-4967-1253-0 / 9781496712530