Aaron and Alexander

Written by Don Brown

Two patriots' rivalry leads to a historic duel.

5.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.7/5 Goodreads · 750 ratings

32 pages· 1,254 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud· 890L

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Bookroo's summary

In the young United States, Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton, once allies, find themselves at odds. Their political rivalry and personal animosity escalate, culminating in a duel that changes history. Discover how pride and ambition lead these two patriots to a tragic confrontation, forever altering their legacies. What drives them to such a fateful encounter?

From the publisher

The most famous duel in American history dramatized by leading nonfiction picture book illustrator, Don Brown.

Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton were both fierce patriots during the Revolutionary War, but the politics of the young United States of America put them in constant conflict. Their extraordinary story of bitter fighting and resentment culminates in their famous duel. For young patriots who may not yet know the shocking and tragic story, Aaron and Alexander captures the spirit of these two great men who so valiantly served their country and ultimately allowed their pride and ego to cause their demise.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 1,254
Reading age: 5–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 890L

Themes & topics

Books about the founding fathers Books about Alexander Hamilton Books about history Books about Colonial and Revolutionary periods Books about politics

What readers & critics say

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“For a factual book about the revolutionary times in America, this is a great book. It holds its words to a minimum which is preferred in a children's picture book. This definitely holds the interest of a child and adult. Learning about Alexander's and Aaron's duel could be sad and shocking, yet, Don Brown clearly writes of time period that this took place. This was not an uncommon event of those times. Beautiful illustrations.”

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