Selections From The Writings Of Benjamin Franklin (1905)

Selections From The Writings Of Benjamin Franklin is a book that was published in 1905 and is written by Benjamin Franklin himself. It is a collection of some of the most important and influential writings of Franklin, who was a statesman, diplomat, scientist, and writer. The book includes a wide range of his writings, from letters and essays to scientific observations and political documents. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Franklin's life and work. The first section covers his early life and career, including his apprenticeship as a printer and his early writings. The second section focuses on his scientific work, including his experiments with electricity and his observations on the nature of light. The third section of the book includes Franklin's political writings, including his famous ""Join or Die"" cartoon and his letters to British officials during the American Revolution. The fourth section covers his diplomatic work, including his role in negotiating the Treaty of Paris that ended the Revolutionary War. Throughout the book, readers will get a sense of Franklin's wit, intelligence, and practicality. His writings reflect his belief in the power of reason, his commitment to public service, and his deep love for his country. Overall, Selections From The Writings Of Benjamin Franklin is an important historical document that provides a window into the life and work of one of America's most influential founding fathers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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.