Eliza Hamilton : The Extraordinary Life and Times of the Wife of Alexander Hamilton

"From the New York Times bestselling author of Irena's Children comes a comprehensive and riveting biography of the extraordinary life and times of Eliza Hamilton, the wife of founding father Alexander Hamilton, and a powerful, unsung hero in America's early days. Fans fell in love with Eliza Hamilton--Alexander Hamilton's devoted wife--in Lin-Manuel Miranda's phenomenal musical Hamilton. But they don't know her full story. A strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a generous philanthropist, Eliza had many sides--and this fascinating biography brings her multi-faceted personality to vivid life. Eliza Hamilton: The Extraordinary Life and Times of The Wife of Alexander Hamilton follows Eliza through her early years in New York, into the ups and downs of her married life with Alexander, beyond the aftermath of his tragic murder, and finally to her involvement in many projects that cemented her legacy as one of the unsung heroes of our nation's early days. Featuring Mazzeo's "impeccable research and crafting" (Library Journal), and perfect for fans of the richly detailed historical books by Ron Chernow and Erik Larson, Eliza Hamilton is the captivating account of the woman behind the famous man." -- Provided by publisher Fans Fell In Love With Eliza Hamilton--alexander Hamilton's Devoted Wife--in Lin-manuel Miranda's Phenomenal Musical Hamilton. But They Don't Know Her Full Story. A Strong Pioneer Woman, A Loving Sister, A Caring Mother, And In Her Later Years, A Generous Philanthropist, Eliza Had Many Sides--and This Fascinating Biography Brings Her Multi-faceted Personality To Vivid Life. Eliza Hamilton: The Extraordinary Life And Times Of The Wife Of Alexander Hamilton Follows Eliza Through Her Early Years In New York, Into The Ups And Downs Of Her Married Life With Alexander, Beyond The Aftermath Of His Tragic Murder, And Finally To Her Involvement In Many Projects That Cemented Her Legacy As One Of The Unsung Heroes Of Our Nation's Early Days.-- Home On The Hudson 1751-1765 -- Fine Frontier Ladies, 1765-1774 -- First Romances, 1775-1777 -- Angelica, 1777 -- Hamilton, 1778-1780 -- The Winter Ball, 1780 -- All Girls Together -- And Peggy, 1780-81 -- Peggy, 1781-84 -- New York, 1785-88 -- Family Indiscretions, 1789 -- Speculation, 1790-91 -- The Affair, 1791-92 -- Reprieve, 1793-95 -- The Scandal, 1796-1797 -- A Roman Wife, 1797-1802 -- The Duel, 1804 -- The Widow, 1805-06 -- Legacies, 1807-27 -- Twilight, 1827-46 -- Last Adventures, 1847-54 -- Author's Note: Her Story -- Acknowledgments -- Notes. Tilar J. Mazzeo. Includes Bibliographical References (pages 304-340). From the New York Times bestselling author of Irena's Children comes a "vivid, compelling, and unputdownable new biography" (Christopher Andersen, #1 New York Times bestselling author) about the extraordinary life and times of Eliza Hamilton, the wife of founding father Alexander Hamilton, and a powerful, unsung hero in America's early days. Fans fell in love with Eliza Hamilton—Alexander Hamilton's devoted wife—in Lin-Manuel Miranda's phenomenal musical Hamilton . But they don't know her full story. A strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a generous philanthropist, Eliza had many sides—and this fascinating biography brings her multi-faceted personality to vivid life. This "expertly told story" ( Publishers Weekly ) follows Eliza through her early years in New York, into the ups and downs of her married life with Alexander, beyond the aftermath of his tragic murder, and finally to her involvement in many projects that cemented her legacy as one of the unsung heroes of our nation's early days. This captivating account of the woman behind the famous man is perfect for fans of the works of Ron Chernow, Lisa McCubbin, and Nathaniel Philbrick. "Fans fell in love with Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton--Alexander Hamilton's devoted wife--in Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical phenomenon Hamilton. In Alexander's last letter to Eliza before he died, he described her as the 'best of wives, best of women.' Yet Eliza remains a mystery, her story largely unknown to many. [This book] provides a riveting and fascinating account of this truly remarkable woman. Mazzeo follows Eliza through the many ups and downs of her very full life: from her early years as a hardy and fearless pioneer girl, to loyal wife and devoted mother, to her remarkable charity, to the aftermath of Alexander's tragic murder, and to preserving the legacy of the Hamilton name in her later years. Based on shocking fresh research involving the infamous Reynolds scandal, firsthand excerpts from letters, and sweeping prose, Eliza Hamilton is a mesmerizing and affecting portrait of one of America's Founding Mothers. This formidable woman comes alive across the reach of history with feelings and passions. as real as our own, making the historical record a reality. Get to know the exceptional woman behind the famous man."--Jacket A strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a generous philanthropist, Elizabeth "Eliza" Schuyler Hamilton had many sides. Mazzeo follows Eliza through her early years in New York, into the ups and downs of her married life with Alexander, beyond the aftermath of his tragic murder, and finally to her involvement in many projects that cemented her legacy as one of the unsung heroes of our nation's early days. -- adapted from publisher info Tilar J. Mazzeo's comprehensive and riveting biography describes the extraordinary life and times of Eliza Hamilton, the wife of founding father Alexander Hamilton, and a powerful, unsung hero in America's early days. Eliza was a strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a generous philanthropist. From her upbringing in New York to her married life and beyond, this captivating account reveals the woman behind the famous man