Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

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ISBN
9780553210750
Grade PK-AD
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The Bantam Classic Edition includes the autobiography as well as additional writings like selected articles from his newspapers, selections from Poor Richard's Almanac, written observations on his experiments, several essays and letters, essays and writings related to the American Revolution, various bits and pieces of humor and advice, poems, and much more. 360 pgs, pb.

Benjamin Franklin was an American Founding Father known for his wisdom, talents, energy, and ambition. Besides his valuable political service, he was also a skilled author, inventor, printer, and scientist. This book, containing the original writings of Franklin himself, will entertain and educate readers about Franklin's interesting life. The book contains his autobiography, which was originally written by Franklin to for his son but which has come to be a cherished classic. The autobiography is surprisingly simple and entertaining to read, and we offer several unabridged editions of the book, many of which come with additional writings. See below for individual descriptions. Whichever edition you choose, you're sure to learn a lot about a man that had a lasting impact on our country and our world. ~Rachel

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Product Format:Binder
Brand:Bantam, Doubleday and Dell
Author:Benjamin Franklin
Grades:PK-AD
ISBN:9780553210750
Length in Inches:8.25
Width in Inches:5.25
Height in Inches:1
Weight in Pounds:0.4
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