Aaron Burr V2

By Samuel H. Wandell

Book Overview

Aaron Burr V2 is a biography of the controversial American politician Aaron Burr, written by Samuel H. Wandell. The book is the second volume in a two-part series, and covers the later years of Burr's life, from his failed attempt to establish a new country in the American southwest to his eventual death in 1836. Wandell explores Burr's complex character, including his political ambitions, his relationships with women, and his role in the infamous duel with Alexander Hamilton. The book also delves into Burr's legal troubles, including his trial for treason, and his later years as a private citizen. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Wandell provides a comprehensive portrait of one of America's most enigmatic figures.1925. Volume 2 of 2. This work is a biography written, in large part, from original and hitherto unused material. There is in history but one Aaron Burr. He was at once man-of-the-world, student, madman, schemer, diplomat, leader. The authors trust that the world, so long kept in ignorance of Burr's real character, shall come to see him in a new light and appreciate him for what he was - nothing more, nothing less. he would have asked no higher favor than a fair appraisal, nor shall those who have striven to strip away the false and to affirm the truth touching his life and its place in history. Illustrated. vOLUME 1 isbn 0766160963.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162607912
• ISBN13: 9781162607917
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 2.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 11.0" x 8.3"