Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself. [Vol. 1 of 2] by Franklin

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Author Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
Title Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself. [Vol. 1 of 2]
With His Most Interesting Essays, Letters, and Miscellaneous Writings; Familiar, Moral, Political, Economical, and Philosophical, Selected with Care from All His Published Productions, and Comprising Whatever Is Most Entertaining and Valuable to the General Reader
Note Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Autobiography_of_Benjamin_Franklin
Contents Life of Dr. Franklin / written by himself -- Letter from Mr. Abel James -- Letter from Mr. Benjamin Vaughan -- Continuation of life, begun at Passy, 1784 -- Memorandum -- Life of Franklin / continued by Dr. Stuber -- Extracts from Franklin's will -- Writings of Franklin.
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Summary "Memoirs of Benjamin Franklin; Written by Himself [Vol. 1 of 2]" by Franklin is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work chronicles the life and thoughts of Benjamin Franklin, offering insights into his upbringing, his rise from humble beginnings, and his various pursuits that contributed to his lasting legacy. The memoirs not only illuminate his personal experiences but also reflect his contributions to politics, science, and philosophy. At the start of the memoirs, Franklin writes to his son, reflecting on his life and the wealth of knowledge he has gained, from his family's history to his own endeavors. He shares anecdotes about his ancestors, his childhood in Boston, and early experiences that shaped his character and ambitions. The narrative emphasizes his passion for learning and reading, detailing how his early life led him to the printing trade and his gradual growth into a prominent figure in society. The opening segments set a tone of introspection and humility, emphasizing the significance of diligence, industry, and education in his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
Subject Statesmen -- United States -- Biography
Subject Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 -- Correspondence
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