Burr

Burr is a historical novel by Gore Vidal that explores the life of Aaron Burr, the third Vice President of the United States.

The story is told through the eyes of Charles Schuyler, a young law clerk who becomes Burr's biographer.

The novel delves into Burr's past, including his duel with Alexander Hamilton and his trial for treason, while also critiquing the traditional narratives of American history.