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Book Review of The Autobiography and Other Writings

The Autobiography and Other Writings
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Benjamin Franklin Publisher, inventor, educator, and statesman, Benjamin Franklin was a complex and appealing character. Here is a wide-ranging selection of his writings from Poor Richard's Almanac, scientific essays, and political commentaries.

One of the most popular works of American literature, this charming self-portrait has been translated into nearly every language. It covers Franklins life up to his prewar stay in London as representative of the Pennsylvania Assembly, including his boyhood years, work as a printer, experiments with electricity, political career, much more.