Condensed. If all that you know about Aaron Burr is his duel with Alexander Hamilton, consider dipping into a short book by historian H.W. Brands titled, The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr. During a time when most histories and biographies run hundreds of pages in length, and provide sweeping depth and breath, this short book, 176 pages of text, is a refreshing change. Brands writes with simplicity and directness, providing all readers with the highlights of Burr’s life. He pays special attention to Burr’s relationship with his daughter and grandson. I enjoyed this condensed presentation of Burr’s life, and I was reminded of aspects of his life that I had not thought about in a long time.
Rating: Three-star (Recommended)
Click here to purchase The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr from amazon.com.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr
Condensed. If all that you know about Aaron Burr is his duel with Alexander Hamilton, consider dipping into a short book by historian H.W. Brands titled, The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr. During a time when most histories and biographies run hundreds of pages in length, and provide sweeping depth and breath, this short book, 176 pages of text, is a refreshing change. Brands writes with simplicity and directness, providing all readers with the highlights of Burr’s life. He pays special attention to Burr’s relationship with his daughter and grandson. I enjoyed this condensed presentation of Burr’s life, and I was reminded of aspects of his life that I had not thought about in a long time.
Rating: Three-star (Recommended)
Click here to purchase The Heartbreak of Aaron Burr from amazon.com.
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