Author: Amanda Bjerkan Hennessy
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
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Discover the exciting stories portrayed in the smash-hit Broadway musical, "Hamilton," retold in a compelling way that brings them to life and makes them more accessible for younger readers. Do you have a young "Hamilton" fan in your life? Someone who loves the music and is always asking questions to understand what is happening in the songs? Questions like: "Why does she keep saying she's helpless?" "Why did people want to duel?" "Why doesn't Hamilton like Thomas Jefferson?" Engaging, relatable descriptions of each song immerse the reader in the show's captivating tale inspired by American founder Alexander Hamilton. Take a journey through the entire story, or jump ahead to any song to learn more. * 46 chapters share the story of Alexander Hamilton's life as the show has reimagined it * 22 illustrations and a "Who's Who" of the main characters bring the story to life * Footnotes give details about historical events described in the songs * Sidebars offer explanations of unfamiliar words * Musical Notes describe the different styles of music throughout the show Great for parents and children to read together or as a resource for kids to use on their own, this guide will feed any young "Hamilton" fan's desire to learn more about the incredible songs from the show!
Author: Barbara Lowell
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1524787752
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 19
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Find out more about this famous Founding Father! With his face on the ten-dollar bill and an award-winning musical about his life, it's clear that Alexander Hamilton's story is one worth telling. Despite feeling like an outsider, Hamilton fought hard to form a united nation with a strong central government--and many of his ideas are still relevant today! With this illustrated leveled reader, kids can learn more about the man who, in many ways, was a true American hero.
Author: Jeff Wilser
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0451498100
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 338
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The life and lessons of the Founding Father who mastered the arts of wit, war, and wealth, long before becoming the subject of Broadway’s Hamilton: An American Musical Two centuries after his death, Alexander Hamilton is shining once more under the world’s spotlight—and we need him now more than ever. Hamilton was a self-starter. Scrappy. Orphaned as a child, he came to America with nothing but a code of honor and a hunger to work. He then went on to help win the Revolutionary War and ratify the Constitution, create the country’s financial system, charm New York’s most eligible ladies, and land his face on our $10 bill. The ultimate underdog, he combined a fearless, independent spirit with a much-needed dose of American optimism. Hamilton died before he could teach us the lessons he learned, but Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life unlocks his core principles—intended for anyone interested in success, romance, money, or dueling. They include: · Speak with Authority Even If You Have None (Career) · Seduce with Your Strengths (Romance) · Find Time for the Quills and the Bills (Money) · Put the Father in Founding Father (Friends & Family) · Being Right Trumps Being Popular (Leadership) For history buffs and pop-culture addicts alike, this mix of biography, humor, and advice offers a fresh take on a nearly forgotten Founding Father, and will spark a revolution in your own life.
Author: Pam Pollack
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399544275
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
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Read the story of the Founding Father who inspired the smash Broadway musical. Born in the British West Indies and orphaned as a child, Alexander Hamilton made his way to the American Colonies and studied to become a lawyer. He joined a local militia during the American Revolution, rose to the rank of Major General, and became the chief aide to General George Washington. After the war, he became the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury. He founded the Bank of New York and The New York Post newspaper. He served as a delegate to the Constitutional Convention and is also celebrated as a co-author of The Federalist Papers, a series of essays that are still used today to interpret the U.S. Constitution. The end of his life became a national scandal when he was shot and killed in a duel with then-Vice President Aaron Burr.
Author: Monica Kulling
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1524772348
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
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A Step 3 BIOGRAPHY READER about the unsung historical figure and Founding Mother Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton. Hamilton, the musical, is igniting American history fever in adults and kids--especially about the central figures of the play. Kids clearly want to know more, and this companion to early reader Alexander Hamilton: From Orphan to Founding Father will fill the void. Eliza Hamilton was so much more than just Alexander Hamilton's wife. She was a spirited girl who grew up to be a strong woman with a big heart and amazing strength of character. She rescued many children in need during her life. In fact, she and others established New York City's first orphanage--which became a place that is still helping needy children to this day. She lived for 50 years after Hamilton's death in the infamous duel, and she preserved his historical legacy and contributed to American history with other Founding Mothers in ways that will finally be shared widely with those newly interested in Colonial and Revolutionary War times. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics--for children who are ready to read on their own.
Author: Lin-Manuel Miranda
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1408709244
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 290
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Winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama Now a major motion picture, available on Disney Plus. Goodreads best non-fiction book of 2016 From Tony Award-winning composer-lyricist-star Lin-Manuel Miranda comes a backstage pass to his groundbreaking, hit musical Hamilton. Lin-Manuel Miranda's groundbreaking musical Hamilton is as revolutionary as its subject, the poor kid from the Caribbean who fought the British, defended the Constitution, and helped to found the United States. Fusing hip-hop, pop, R&B, and the best traditions of theater, this once-in-a-generation show broadens the sound of Broadway, reveals the storytelling power of rap, and claims the origins of the United States for a diverse new generation. HAMILTON: THE REVOLUTION gives readers an unprecedented view of both revolutions, from the only two writers able to provide it. Miranda, along with Jeremy McCarter, a cultural critic and theater artist who was involved in the project from its earliest stages - "since before this was even a show," according to Miranda - traces its development from an improbable performance at the White House to its landmark opening night on Broadway six years later. In addition, Miranda has written more than 200 funny, revealing footnotes for his award-winning libretto, the full text of which is published here. Their account features photos by the renowned Frank Ockenfels and veteran Broadway photographer, Joan Marcus; exclusive looks at notebooks and emails; interviews with Questlove, Stephen Sondheim, leading political commentators, and more than 50 people involved with the production; and multiple appearances by President Obama himself. The book does more than tell the surprising story of how a Broadway musical became an international phenomenon: It demonstrates that America has always been renewed by the brash upstarts and brilliant outsiders, the men and women who don't throw away their shot.
Author: Alden Humphrey
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781986559348
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 50
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A fun book "by kids, for kids" that shows 22 sites in the Washington, DC area related to Alexander Hamilton, his wife Eliza, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and other Founding Fathers. 50 pages of color photos and comments from kids and comments from a living "Alex." Includes a treasure hunt and voucher for free desserts at local restaurants.
Author: Bryan Barreras
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997735987
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Learn all about where Hamilton happened (the man and the musical)! A collection of facts, anecdotes and trivia related to the Broadway show Hamilton: An American Musical and the life of Alexander Hamilton, presented through the locations where it all happened. This guide explains how locations from Hamilton's life are connected to the songs and settings in the musical and provides historical information about each location. With suggested itineraries, maps and subway directions, this guide makes it fun and easy for all fans interested in learning about or seeing the room where it happened.A great gift for any fan of the show or its songs, or anyone interested in Alexander Hamilton or Revolutionary-era history.The book's focus is New York City, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. and other relevant locations, and for each location, the book gives which songs occurred there, an address, map and subway directions, opening hours (where relevant), a description of historical figures from the show who visited the site, and a brief history of the site (with a focus on historical information related to characters from the show). It also includes information on other Alexander Hamilton related locations in the city (with no relation to the show).E.g., the book explains that the song Right Hand Man includes references to events that occurred at the Battery, Richmond Hill and Morris-Jumel Mansion, and it includes location images, a map and subway directions. It also explains that not only did Richmond Hill serve as George Washington's temporary headquarters (and the site where Washington first met Aaron Burr), but also that it was the residence of John Adams during his vice-presidency and later was the residence of Aaron Burr, before ultimately being razed and having a portion of the estate become a New York City historical district.The book includes photographs and other images and is indexed (including by song title) to make the information easier to use as a useful reference guide for someone traveling to the sites or wanting to learn more about the history around the events depicted in Hamilton - An American Musical.
Author: Martha Brockenbrough
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
ISBN: 1250123208
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385
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Complex, passionate, brilliant, flawed—Alexander Hamilton comes alive in this exciting biography. He was born out of wedlock on a small island in the West Indies and orphaned as a teenager. From those inauspicious circumstances, he rose to a position of power and influence in colonial America. Discover this founding father's incredible true story: his brilliant scholarship and military career; his groundbreaking and enduring policy, which shapes American government today; his salacious and scandalous personal life; his heartrending end. Richly informed by Hamilton's own writing, with archival artwork and new illustrations, this is an in-depth biography of an extraordinary man.
Author: Lin-Manuel Miranda
Publisher: Faber Music Ltd
ISBN: 0571590403
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 80
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Hamilton Easy Piano Selections presents music from the critically acclaimed musical about Alexander Hamilton. This is the eBook version of the original, artist-approved edition. The show debuted on Broadway in August 2015 to unprecedented advanced box office sales and has already become one of the most successful Broadway musicals ever. This collection features 9 songs arranged for easy piano from the music penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Already a winner of 11 Tony Awards, a Grammy and a Pulitzer Prize, Sir Cameron Macintosh will be bringing the show to London's West End in November 2017.
