Accused of murdering Alexander Hamilton, and of treason, Aaron Burr is one of the most maligned figures in American history. But most of what we know about Burr comes from the writings of his political opponents and enemies. By examining Burr's own papers and contemporary documents, over 500 of which are described in this catalogue made to accompany the Grolier Club exhibition "Aaron Burr Returns to New York," a new image of Aaron Burr appears, an image less villainous and altogether more interesting.
