Benjamin Franklin
by Robin McKown
'Benjamin Franklin' Summary
Robin McKown's biography traces Benjamin Franklin's life from his childhood in Boston to his influential years as a statesman. It delves into his early career as a printer and his rise as a successful businessman and intellectual. The book highlights Franklin's groundbreaking scientific experiments, particularly his famous kite experiment that proved lightning is electricity. It explores his active role in the American Revolution, including his service as a diplomat in France, his contributions to the Declaration of Independence, and his involvement in the drafting of the Constitution. The book concludes with Franklin's later years, emphasizing his lasting legacy as a founding father and a symbol of American ingenuity and enlightenment.Book Details
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