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Benjamin Franklin and the American Character

Benjamin Franklin and the American Character

Sanford, Charles L.

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1258016354
ISBN13: 9781258016357
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: May 9 2011
Pages: 116
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Benjamin Franklin and the American Character by Charles L. Sanford is a biography of one of America's most famous founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. The book explores Franklin's life and his impact on American society, culture, and politics. It delves into his childhood, his rise to prominence as a printer and writer, his diplomatic work in Europe, and his role in the American Revolution. Sanford also analyzes Franklin's personality and character traits, which he argues have influenced the American national identity. He examines Franklin's values of hard work, self-improvement, and civic responsibility, which have become synonymous with the American dream. The book also explores Franklin's contributions to science, including his experiments with electricity and his invention of the lightning rod. Throughout the book, Sanford provides historical context and analysis of the events and ideas that shaped Franklin's life and legacy. He draws on primary sources such as Franklin's letters, journals, and publications to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this iconic figure. Overall, Benjamin Franklin and the American Character offers a fascinating look at one of America's most celebrated figures and his enduring impact on American culture and society.Problems In American Civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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