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By Brands Henry W.
H. W. Brands, 2012
Aaron Burr, a figure known for his role in the Revolutionary War and as Vice President, is often remembered for his fatal duel with Alexander Hamilton. H. W. Brands presents a nuanced portrait of Burr, highlighting his forward-thinking views on gender equality, over a century before women gained suffrage in the US. Through Burr's correspondence with his daughter Theodosia, the book traces his controversial political journey and the formative years of American politics. It delves into his eventful life, marked by public scandal, financial ruin, and exile, and the enduring father-daughter bond that survived these challenges and Theodosia's disappearance.