Benjamin Franklin (1900)

Benjamin Franklin (1900) is a biography written by Paul Elmer More about one of America's founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. The book explores Franklin's life, from his humble beginnings as the son of a candle maker to his rise as a prominent politician, scientist, and inventor. More delves into Franklin's early years as a printer's apprentice, his time as a young man in London, and his return to America where he became involved in politics and diplomacy. The book also covers Franklin's scientific achievements, including his experiments with electricity and his invention of the lightning rod. More discusses Franklin's role in the American Revolution, his contributions to the drafting of the United States Constitution, and his later years as a statesman and ambassador. Throughout the book, More provides insight into Franklin's character, including his wit, wisdom, and pragmatism. He also explores Franklin's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, and his views on religion and morality. Overall, Benjamin Franklin (1900) is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating look into the life of one of America's most influential 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.