1879 Benjamin Franklin Essays US Founding Father Autobiography Americana



“The Life of Benjamin Franklin Written by Himself,” as edited by John Bigelow, offers an autobiographical look at one of Americas most influential figures—Benjamin Franklin. The book is unique in that it gathers Franklins memoirs and extensive correspondence into one place. Franklins writings provide a detailed account of his life from his youth through to his later years, much of which was spent in Europe as a representative of the colonies and later, the United States.



The letters and memoirs are filled with captivating stories of his life, his achievements, and the many challenges he faced, creating an intimate portrait of the statesman, scientist, and philosopher. The book is organized chronologically and offers the reader a view into Franklins thoughts, emotions, and experiences as they were at the time of writing, providing an authentic and comprehensive account of his life.



Edited by John Bigelow, the writings have been carefully selected and organized to make Franklins story more accessible and engaging to modern readers. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in gaining insights into Franklins life as he saw it, in his own words, and in the broader context of his time. Despite the wealth of biographies about Franklin, this collection of Franklins own writings is a distinctive and indispensable addition, illuminating his life and times in a manner that only he could do.



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FRANKLIN, Benjamin



The Life of Benjamin Franklin Written by Himself. Now First Edited From Original Manuscripts and From His Printed Correspondence and Other Writings, by John Bigelow.



Philadelphia; London: J.B. Lippincott and Co., 1879.



Details:

Collation: Complete; 2 volumes

Vol. I – [2], 579, [1]

Vol. II – [2], 549, [1]

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure

Cloth

Size: ~7.75in X 5.25in (19.5cm x 13.5cm)



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