Alexander Hamilton

1757–1804

1 series 32 books in order 1 standalone book

Alexander Hamilton was an American military officer, statesman, and Founding Father who served as the first U.S. secretary of the treasury from 1789 to 1795 during George Washington's presidency. He was born in 1755 or 1757 and died on July 12, 1804. Hamilton played a key role in the formation of the United States government and was a central figure in the early political landscape of the nation. His contributions to the financial system and his advocacy for a strong central government left a lasting impact on American history.

Born: 1757
Known for: Federalist Papers

Series by Alexander Hamilton

Federalist Papers

82 books in order · 1787–1788

Federalist No. 1

1787 · Alexander Hamilton
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Federalist No. 2

1787 · John Jay

Federalist No. 2, written by John Jay, is part of The Federalist Papers, a series of 85 essays advocating for the ratification of the United States…
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Federalist No. 3

1787 · John Jay

Federalist No. 3, titled "The Same Subject Continued: Concerning Dangers from Foreign Force and Influence," is a political essay by John Jay. It is…
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Federalist No. 4

1787 · John Jay

Federalist No. 4, titled "The Same Subject Continued: Concerning Dangers from Foreign Force and Influence," is a political essay by John Jay. It is…
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Federalist No. 5

1787 · John Jay

Federalist No. 5, titled "The Same Subject Continued: Concerning Dangers from Foreign Force and Influence," is a political essay written by John Jay.…
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Federalist No. 6

1787 · Alexander Hamilton

Federalist No. 6, titled "Concerning Dangers from Dissensions Between the States," is a political essay written by Alexander Hamilton. It is the…
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Federalist No. 7

1787 · Alexander Hamilton

Federalist No. 7, written by Alexander Hamilton, is part of The Federalist Papers and was published on November 17, 1787, in the Independent Journal.…
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Consequences of Hostilities Between the States

1787 · Alexander Hamilton

Federalist No. 8, titled "Consequences of Hostilities Between the States," is a political essay written by Alexander Hamilton. It is the eighth of…
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Federalist No. 9

1787 · Alexander Hamilton

Federalist No. 9, titled "The Union as a Safeguard Against Domestic Faction and Insurrection," is a political essay by Alexander Hamilton and the…
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Federalist No. 10

1787 · James Madison
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We list 32 books by Alexander Hamilton across 1 series, published between 1787–1788 — each shown in full reading order.

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