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For whatever reason, though, this set is really exceptional. Alexander hamiltons precise birthdate is unknown, but is believed to be january 11, 1755 on the island of nevis in the british west indies. Alexander hamilton by ron chernow, read by scott brick by. According to historian joseph ellis, alexander hamilton is a robust fulllength portrait, in my view the best ever. Alexander hamilton was a man that came from nothing, but changed the world over the years. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Sep 28, 2017 ron chernow in his brooklyn heights home. Alexander hamilton by ron chernow, read by scott brick by prh. Pulitzer prizewinning author ron chernow presents a landmark biography of alexander hamilton, the founding father who galvanized, inspired, scandalized, and shaped the newborn nation.
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