Top Book recommendations for the Hamilton Fan
- Feb 4, 2024
- 3 min read
When Hamilton opened on Broadway it took the theatrical world by storm. It sits alongside Musicals such as 'A Chorus Line' and 'Rent' in changing the landscape of musical theatre and showing that creativity has no limits. If you love Hamilton as much as we do check out these book recommendations below, and if you choose to purchase one make sure to do it via our link so we can keep the site going via a little sales commission at no cost to you!
Alexander Hamilton - Ron Chernow
You've seen the show, you've sung the songs, now read the full story of America's most misunderstood founding father and the source material for the show. 'I was swept up by the story. I thought it 'out-Dickens' Dickens in the unlikeliness of this man's rise from his humble beginnings in Nevis in the Caribbean, to changing, helping shape our young nation. And it's uniquely an immigrant story and it's uniquely a story about writers... It's an amazing biography' LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA.
Hamilton: The Revolution - Lin Manuel Miranda and Jeremy McCarter
Hamilton: The Revolution gives readers an unprecedented view of both revolutions, from the only two writers able to provide it. Miranda and Jeremy McCarter, a cultural critic and theater artist who was involved in the project from its earliest stages--"since before this was even a show," according to Miranda--trace its development from an improbable performance at the White House to its landmark opening night on Broadway six years later.
Hamilton: Vocal Selections - Lin Manuel Miranda
Fancy learning the songs for yourself? The book features songs in piano/vocal format from the music penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alexander Hamilton. 17 selections from the critically acclaimed musical including: Burn, Dear Theodosia, Hurricane, It's Quiet Uptown, My Shot, One Last Time, Satisfied, That Would Be Enough, Washington on Your Side You'll Be Back and more. Also includes a mini biography of Miranda.
Eliza Hamilton: The Extraordinary Life and Times of the Wife of Alexander Hamilton - Tilar J. Mazzeo
Fans fell in love with Eliza Hamilton—Alexander Hamilton’s devoted wife—in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s phenomenal musical Hamilton . But they don’t know her full story. A strong pioneer woman, a loving sister, a caring mother, and in her later years, a generous philanthropist, Eliza had many sides—and this fascinating biography brings her multi-faceted personality to vivid life. Following Eliza through her early years in New York, into the ups and downs of her married life with Alexander.
History and Hamilton: Is Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ron Chernow's Hamilton Accurate? A Song by Song Analysis of the History Portrayed in the Broadway Show - Ross Rosenfeld
What is the true history behind the Broadway musical Hamilton? "Hamilton" is an incredibly popular Broadway show. Mr. Miranda based Hamilton off of the biography by Ron Chernow, who is listed as a historical consultant for the Broadway show. But you'll find over 120 inaccuracies in this book, from small to huge. Whether you're a fan of Hamilton on Broadway, a detractor, or just someone interested in learning the history behind it all, you'll appreciate this book. Anyone
who'd like to learn about Alexander Hamilton as a person, or in
the history of the Revolution, should find it a stimulating read as well.
What other favourite musicals do you have? We have book recommendations for many of the fan favourites including Wicked, Les Mis and more!
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