{"product_id":"little-people-big-dreams-alexander-hamilton-hardcover","title":"Little People, Big Dreams Alexander Hamilton (Hardcover)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e**The multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series** \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the inspiring story of Alexander Hamilton, the Founding Father, political trailblazer and modern-day icon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlexander Hamilton's childhood was characterized by loss and hardship. Yet with a little help and a lot of tenacity, he travelled to America to pursue an education. Aged 15 he arrived in New York City as\u003cb\u003e an immigrant and an orphan\u003c\/b\u003e. He studied hard and became known for his intelligence, \u003cb\u003ewit and impressive rhetorical skills\u003c\/b\u003e. He was soon swept up in the revolutionary cause and joined the army. During the Revolutionary war he became a close friend of George Washington and after America gained independence, he trained as a lawyer, founded a national bank and was appointed to Congress. As a politician, he co-wrote the highly influential Federalist papers and later became the first Secretary of the Treasury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlexander was one of the lesser-known Founding Fathers, until\u003cb\u003e Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash-hit musical Hamilton\u003c\/b\u003e catapulted him to global fame, sharing his incredible story with millions. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis powerful book features\u003cb\u003e stunning illustrations and extra facts at the back\u003c\/b\u003e, including a \u003cb\u003ebiographical timeline with historical photos \u003c\/b\u003eand a detailed profile of the protagonist's life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLittle People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids \u003c\/b\u003ethat explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This title is part of an exciting new strand in the series, focusing on historical figures who shaped the arts, sciences and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis empowering series of books offers\u003cb\u003e inspiring messages to children of all ages,\u003c\/b\u003e in a range of formats. The\u003cb\u003e board books \u003c\/b\u003eare told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The \u003cb\u003ehardback \u003c\/b\u003eversions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in \u003cb\u003eboxed gift sets\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cb\u003eActivity books\u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003ejournal \u003c\/b\u003eprovide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663135244466,"sku":"9781805701583","price":295.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/9191\/8002\/files\/9781805701583-2.jpg?v=1791510799","url":"https:\/\/www.wordsworth.co.za\/products\/little-people-big-dreams-alexander-hamilton-hardcover","provider":"Wordsworth Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}