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The Life of Benjamin Franklin, Written by Himself, Vol. 1: Now First Edited From Original Manuscripts and From His Printed Correspondence and Other Writings (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Discover Benjamin Franklin in his own words.
Covering his early life until his 1757 journey to London this autobiography will be of great interest to anyone who wants to know more about the man behind the legendary founding father of the United States.
Franklin started out as a printer, after some years working for his family he ran away in order to gain independence and eventually after many ups and downs came to own and produce several newspapers. He was also a prolific inventor and several of his inventions are discussed here, including the Franklin Stove. His most famous invention was the lightning rod, which is still used today to protect churches and other tall buildings and his experiments with electricity are mentioned in this autobiography as well.
Many of his most momentous years, such as the founding of the United States, his time as ambassador to France and years as Postmaster are not covered, for those the curious reader will have to find biographies written by others (and there are many). For fans of Franklin however this book is an essential read!
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1330015185
- ISBN 13 9781330015186
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages685
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of the writings and correspondence of Benjamin Franklin, one of the most prominent figures in American history. The autobiography, written by Franklin himself, covers the period from his birth in 1706 to his arrival in England as agent of the Colony of Pennsylvania in 1757. The remaining letters, an extension of the autobiography, delve into his experiences abroad and other significant events in his life. The significance of this book lies in its primary source documentation of the life and times of one of the most influential figures of the American Revolution. Franklin's writings provide invaluable insights into the political, social, and intellectual landscape of 18th-century America. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330015186_0
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