Alexander Hamilton is a familiar name in American history because of the amazing life he led. From his early life as an orphan to traveling to New York City and becoming an influential Founding Father, Hamilton's life was full of drama and achievements. This book looks at some of the most remarkable things about his life, giving a glimpse into his life in the Caribbean as well as the battles he had with other Founding Fathers to pass his financial plan for the new nation. Though his life ended in tragedy, readers will love learning about the man whose face appears on the ten-dollar bill in this engaging work full of fascinating trivia.