James Alexander Hamilton (April 14, 1788– September 24, 1878) was the third son and fourth child of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton.When James was 16, his father was killed in a duel with Vice President Aaron Burr. Along with his mother and siblings, James was present in the room, sitting at his father's deathbed.Hamilton graduated from Columbia University in 1805. He studied law, and in 1809, he was admitted to the bar and practised law in New York.During the War of 1812, Hamilton served as a Brigade Major and Inspector in the New York State Militia.In March 1829, Hamilton served as acting Secretary of State to President Andrew Jackson, surrendering the office on the regular appointment of Martin Van Buren.That same year he was appointed U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
In 1867, he published a book of memoirs. In the book's preface, he writes that he was "induced to undertake this work by a desire to do justice" to his father "against the aspersions of Mr. Jefferson, and more recently of Martin Van Buren." His father's life and career, friends and rivals, are discussed at length in Hamilton's memoirs.
On October 17, 1810, Hamilton married Mary Morris (1790–1869), of the illustrious Morris family. In the early years of their marriage, Hamilton stated that he and his wife were without means and that poverty taught him to work hard, be economical, and practice self-denial.Hamilton and Mary had 5 children: Eliza, Frances, Alexander Hamilton Jr., Mary Morris, and Angelica. Hamilton built a mansion in the Ardsley-on-Hudson section of Irvington, New York, which he named "Nevis" in honour of his father's birthplace in the British West Indies.

On March 6, 1862, Hamilton chaired and addressed a meeting at Cooper Union in favour of emancipation.He met on consecutive days with President Abraham Lincoln about the subject as a military measure.He was a member of the board of directors for the Crystal Palace Exhibition,considered the first World’s Fair.Hamilton worked on national and international matters as a confidante to a president and to his Cabinet while serving as US Attorney.

While I found this book to be thoroughly researched it wasn't very readable. I found that it focused more on the changing politics than providing much insight into Hamilton's life. Overall it was just letter after letter without much of a story.

James Alexander Hamilton, son of the American Revolution by Samantha Wilcoxson, this was a very eye-opening book about the sun of Alexander and Eliza Hamilton. The thing that really impressed me was how similar yet different his career was from his famous father. I also found it intriguing his trips to Europe and the states he found other nations in that were similar and sometimes inspired by our own revolution. I was further intrigued by the whole Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton and Elizabeth Hamilton Schuyler. his different appointments and government his friendship with Van Buren. This book is just packed with interesting stories not only American history but international from personal to his hobbies like being the first winner of the yacht race on a boat called the America, but I digress if I keep going, I will tell you everything in the book and it is so worth reading. I loved it and absolutely recommend it. You can tell it is a book written by a historian that is also a history fan.#NetGalley, #PenAndSwordPress, #TheBlindReviewer, #JamesAlexanderHamilton, #SamanthaWilcoxson,

This is a well-written, thoroughly researched, and informative biography of James Alexander Hamilton, the son of Eliza and Alexander Hamilton.
I enjoyed learning of the many parallels between the lives of James Alexander and his brilliant father, and appreciated the glimpses into his family life. I was fascinated to learn of the many public offices held by James Alexander, the contributions that he made to society, and of his interactions with the presidents and political figures throughout his many years of laudable service. Ms. Wilcoxson brought to life James Alexander's dedication and duty to his country, and his commendable actions to preserve his father's memory and legacy.
The author's footnotes, bibliography, personal photographs of related historic sites, and photos of James Alexander's family portraits enhanced this biography and are truly appreciated.
Many thanks to Ms. Wilcoxson, Pen & Sword Books, and NetGalley, from whom I received an advanced reader copy of this fabulous book. This is my honest opinion.