The Life Of Aaron Burr

By Samuel Lorenzo Knapp

The Life of Aaron Burr is a biography written by Samuel L. Knapp that explores the life of one of America's most controversial political figures. Aaron Burr was a founding father and the third Vice President of the United States, serving under Thomas Jefferson from 1801 to 1805. However, Burr is perhaps best known for his infamous duel with Alexander Hamilton, which resulted in Hamilton's death and Burr's political downfall. Knapp's biography delves into Burr's upbringing, his education at Princeton University, his military career during the Revolutionary War, and his rise to political power. The book also explores Burr's personal life, including his marriages and relationships with women. Throughout the biography, Knapp examines the various controversies surrounding Burr's life and career, including his alleged involvement in a plot to establish a new country in the western United States and his subsequent trial for treason. The book also discusses Burr's later years, including his time in exile in Europe and his unsuccessful attempts to regain his political influence. Overall, The Life of Aaron Burr provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most fascinating historical figures.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: 1163780960
• ISBN13: 9781163780961
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"