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The True Story Of Benjamin Franklin: The American Statesman

The True Story Of Benjamin Franklin: The American Statesman

Brooks, Elbridge S.
Searles, Victor A.

Paperback

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1162940786
ISBN13: 9781162940786
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.50 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The True Story of Benjamin Franklin: The American Statesman by Elbridge S. Brooks is a comprehensive biography of one of the most celebrated figures in American history. The book chronicles the life of Benjamin Franklin, from his humble beginnings as the son of a candle maker to his rise to prominence as a statesman, scientist, inventor, and writer.The book covers Franklin's early years in Boston, his apprenticeship as a printer, and his eventual move to Philadelphia, where he established himself as a successful businessman and community leader. It also delves into his scientific experiments, including his famous kite experiment, and his contributions to the fields of electricity and meteorology.As a statesman, Franklin played a key role in the American Revolution, serving as a diplomat in France and helping to negotiate the Treaty of Paris that ended the war. He also played a significant role in the drafting of the United States Constitution.Throughout the book, Brooks paints a vivid portrait of Franklin as a complex and multifaceted individual, highlighting his wit, wisdom, and charm as well as his flaws and contradictions. The book is well-researched and engagingly written, making it an excellent choice for anyone interested in American history or the life of one of its most iconic figures.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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