1706-1790

Tells the life story of American statesman and inventor Benjamin Franklin, treating his school days, authorship, scientific research, and work as a spy, along with other topics.

A biography of the young Philadelphia printer who grew up to become a world-renowned author, diplomat, scientist, and inventor, and one of the founding fathers of the United States.

A biography of the man renowned for his scientific inventions, popular writings, and political leadership.

Examines the naval tactics of the American colonies during the Revolutionary War, and focuses on the acts of piracy which set sites against British merchant ships, and discusses how the spoils were divided.

Tells the life story of founding father Benjamin Franklin, describing the many hats he wore, from inventor to businessman to statesman; the persona he created--and that still lives on; and his relationships with his wife, his illegitimate son, and his illegitimate grandson.

A biography of the accomplished and influential eighteenth-century printer, inventor, scientist, statesman, and diplomat.

A biography of the printer, inventor, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

Briefly introduces the life of Benjamin Franklin, touching on his inventions and his contributions to the city of Philadelphia as well as to the newly formed United States of America.