The Conqueror

The Conqueror is a historical novel written by Gertrude Atherton. The book tells the true and romantic story of Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States. The novel is set in the late 18th century and follows Hamilton's life from his birth in the Caribbean to his rise as a prominent figure in American politics. The book explores Hamilton's relationships with his family, friends, and political rivals, as well as his love affair with Elizabeth Schuyler. The Conqueror also delves into the political and social issues of the time, such as the American Revolution and the formation of the new government. Atherton's vivid storytelling and attention to historical detail make The Conqueror an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in American history or the life of Alexander Hamilton.1902. Atherton, was an American feminist and writer of social and historical fiction, much of it set in California. Atherton also produced a number of Gothic stories, some of them, such as The Bell in the Fog, were considered significant achievements in the Gothic/supernaturalist tradition. Her biography of Alexander Hamilton, contained in this volume, helped make her reputation. Contents: Nevis; Rachael Levine; Alexander Hamilton. His Youth in the West Indies and in the Colonies of North America; The Little Lion; Alexander the Great; and The Last Battle of the Giants and the End. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.