Franklin: The Life Of An Optimist

By André Maurois

Book Overview

""Franklin: The Life of an Optimist"" is a biography written by Andre Maurois that delves into the life of Benjamin Franklin, one of America's most prominent founding fathers. The book covers Franklin's early life as a printer's apprentice, his rise to success as a writer and businessman, and his later years as a statesman and diplomat. Maurois portrays Franklin as an optimistic and forward-thinking individual who was dedicated to improving the lives of those around him. The book also explores Franklin's role in the American Revolution and his contributions to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution. Maurois draws from a variety of sources, including Franklin's own writings, to paint a vivid picture of this influential figure in American history. Overall, ""Franklin: The Life of an Optimist"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a deeper understanding of one of America's most iconic 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116313824X
• ISBN13: 9781163138243
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"