The Autobiography Of Benjamin Franklin - 9781720706168

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. Benjamin Franklin was an American polymath and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Franklin was a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humorist, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. As a scientist, he was a major figure in the American Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As an inventor, he is known for the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove, among other inventions. He founded many civic organizations, including Philadelphia's fire department and the University of Pennsylvania.

Author: Benjamin Franklin, Charles W Elliot

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Publication Date: Jun 04, 2018

Number of Pages: 94 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback

ISBN-10: 1720706166

ISBN-13: 9781720706168