The Life Of Benjamin Franklin

By O.L. Holley and Alexander 1775-1870 Anderson

Book Overview

""The Life of Benjamin Franklin"" by Orville L. Holley is a biography of one of America's most famous founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. The book traces Franklin's life from his humble beginnings as the son of a poor candle maker to his rise as a prominent politician, inventor, writer, and diplomat. Holley delves into Franklin's early years in Boston, his apprenticeship as a printer, and his eventual move to Philadelphia, where he became a successful businessman and community leader. The book also explores Franklin's scientific discoveries, including his famous experiments with electricity, as well as his role in the American Revolution and his diplomatic efforts in France. Through Holley's meticulous research and engaging writing style, readers gain a deeper understanding of Franklin's life, legacy, and enduring impact on American history.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: 116380004X
• ISBN13: 9781163800041
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"