From the author of White Trash; a controversial challenge to the views of the Founding Fathers offered by Ron Chernow and David McCullough Lin-Manuel Miranda's play "Hamilton" has reignited interest in the founding fathers; and it features Aaron Burr among its vibrant cast of characters. With Fallen Founder; Nancy Isenberg plumbs rare and obscure sources to shed new light on everyone's favorite founding villain. The Aaron Burr whom we meet through Isenberg's eye-opening biography is a feminist; an Enlightenment figure on par with Jefferson; a patriot; and—most importantly—a man with powerful enemies in an age of vitriolic political fighting. Revealing the gritty reality of eighteenth-century America; Fallen Founder is the authoritative restoration of a figure who ran afoul of history and a much-needed antidote to the hagiography of the revolutionary era.
#39045 in Books Gordon S Wood 2007-05-29 2007-05-29Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.41 x .70 x 5.49l; .68 #File Name: 0143112082336 pagesRevolutionary Characters What Made the Founders Different
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. American Revolutionary figures and their differencesBy Jonathan HallGordon Wood is one of the finest historians who writes scholarly works which are readable and catch the tone and essence of the Ameican Revolutionary period. I purchased a copy based on the recommendation of Zareed Zakaria on CNN. He strongly suggested this read for those interested in the period and the "founders". I enjoyed the comparisons and in-depth research. A must read for the follower of this period of US history. A good length; not too long! Captures the key focal points of each founder.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Revolutionary CharactersBy Joseph L. SpruillAfter a detailed discussion of the culture; beliefs; and ideals of 18th century British America; provides a brief discussion of the life of each principal leader of the American Revolution; and in each case it measures the individual against the culture his personal aspirations; successes and failures; and for each his contributions to the cause of our independence. Recommended for anyone seriously interested in our War for Independence. The first chapter is of enormous value to readers with a limited background in American History.My only criticism: The title; in my view; tends to trivialize a book that makes a significant contribution to the literature of the American Revolution.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. well packaged and almost as good as newBy Ronald M. BaxterThe book arrived ahead of what was advertised; well packaged and almost as good as new. Enjoyed their service and will do business with this seller in the future.
