Franklin

""Franklin: The Life Of An Optimist"" by Andre Maurois is a biography of Benjamin Franklin, one of the most influential figures in American history. The book traces Franklin's life from his humble beginnings as a printer's apprentice to his rise as a successful businessman, inventor, and statesman. Maurois explores Franklin's many achievements, including his role in the American Revolution, his work as a diplomat in France, and his contributions to science and literature. Throughout the book, Maurois emphasizes Franklin's optimistic outlook on life, which he believed was the key to his success. The book provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the United States and whose ideas continue to influence us today.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.