Hamilton

The Revolution

By: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jeremy McCarter

Narrated by: Lin-Manuel Miranda

A backstage pass to the groundbreaking, hit musical Hamilton, winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Eleven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, including the award-winning libretto, behind-the-scenes photos and interviews, and exclusive footnotes from composer-lyricist-star Lin-Manuel Miranda, now streaming on Disney+ with the original cast.Lin-Manuel Miranda's groundbreaking musical Hamilton is as revolutionary as its subject, the poor kid from the Caribbean who fought the British, defended the Constitution, and helped to found the United States. Fusing hip-hop, pop, R&B, and the best traditions of theater, this once-in-a-generation show broadens the sound of Broadway, reveals the storytelling power of rap, and claims our country's origins for a diverse new generation.

Hamilton: The Revolution gives readers an unprecedented view of both revolutions, from the only two writers able to provide it. Miranda, along with 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 -- traces its development from an improbable performance at the White House to its landmark opening night on Broadway six years later. In addition, Miranda has written more than 200 funny, revealing footnotes for his award-winning libretto, the full text of which is published here.

Their account features photos by the renowned Frank Ockenfels and veteran Broadway photographer, Joan Marcus; exclusive looks at notebooks and emails; interviews with Questlove, Stephen Sondheim, leading political commentators, and more than 50 people involved with the production; and multiple appearances by President Obama himself. The book does more than tell the surprising story of how a Broadway musical became a national phenomenon: It demonstrates that America has always been renewed by the brash upstarts and brilliant outsiders, the men and women who don't throw away their shot.

Hamilton, How do I Love Thee?

Let Me County the Ways. Simply brilliant. A very honest look at the ups and downs of Hamilton's life, and how the Founding Father and his co-horts still speak to us. A very detailed look at how Hamilton- the Musical Revolution- came to be. Amazing pictures, full libretto with Lin's footnotes, and full stories. Absolutely obsessed.

I've held a good number of Librettos in my life. Never thought I'd be seeing this one, not in a million years and not in this way. Thanks to a team who has been so creative about everything they've done to bring this to the American People.

For the true Hamilton fan.

I have not had the pleasure of seeing Hamilton on the stage, yet but I am in love with the soundtrack. The more I hear about this amazing production the more I want to know about the people who created it. What goes through the of the genius who reads a book about a President and says this'll make a great hip-hop musical on Broadway? This book answers that question and so many others. If you are a true Hamilton fan, this book is a must read.

Disappointed

I was disappointed because I had trouble following this book. This was possibly because I listen while driving. I will try again on a day-long trip.

thank you

loved it. makes me want to see it even more
I hope it comes to Colorado

Phenomenal!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would most definitely recommend this audiobook to everyone, especially us working stiffs who are unlikely to score tickets to "Hamilton" on Broadway, Chicago or San Juan.

Which scene was your favorite?

As a History teacher and history-love, ALL the scenes are my favorite.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, I spread it out over time.

Any additional comments?

This makes a history-loving History teacher very happy. Thank you.