Benjamin Franklin And Jonathan Edwards: Selections From Their Writings

By Benjamin Franklin, Jonathan Edwards, Jonathan 1703-1758 Edwards

Book Overview

""Benjamin Franklin And Jonathan Edwards: Selections From Their Writings"" is a book that features a collection of writings from two of the most prominent figures in American history - Benjamin Franklin and Jonathan Edwards. The book is compiled by Carl Van Doren, an American author and literary critic, and includes selected works from both Franklin and Edwards that showcase their unique perspectives and contributions to American literature and history. The book is divided into two sections, with the first section focusing on Benjamin Franklin's writings. This section includes selections from Franklin's famous autobiography, as well as his essays on various topics such as politics, morality, and science. The second section of the book features selections from Jonathan Edwards' sermons and religious writings, which offer insight into his deep faith and his role in shaping the religious landscape of colonial America. Overall, ""Benjamin Franklin And Jonathan Edwards: Selections From Their Writings"" provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the minds of two of America's most influential figures, and offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of colonial America.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430466170
• ISBN13: 9781430466178
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"