A page- turner covering one of the least known and most influential of our Founding Fathers. Also interesting history of New York and New Jersey and his impact on them.

Probably our least well known founding father, Alexander Hamilton, was likely most responsible for placing the foundations of American banking and commerce. This book is a comprehensive biography of a most complex individual who overcame poverty, illegitimacy, and prejudice to become a key figure in our history. Chernow manages to straddle successfully the line of intimate revelation with statesmanship and avoids the trap of minutia in the details. The book while big enough to serve as a door stop reads more like a novel. Well worth the time and effort.

Very informative but it could have been shorter

I could hardly put the book down. I was amazed at Hamilton's accomplishments and how US citizens owe so much to this founding father of our country. I applaud Mr Chernow for his research and creating such a fun read. It could have been factual and boring, but it was well written.

There were many interesting aspects of history presented in this book. Overall, it was too long and filled with too many details that distracted from the story of this man's life.