1706-1790

Aging inventor and statesman Benjamin Franklin participates in the debate surrounding the American colonies' potential break from Great Britain, ultimately helping to write and signing the Declaration of Independence.

Describes the life and notable accomplishments of the eighteenth-century American printer, statesman, writer, and inventor.

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

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

Focuses on Franklin's creative ideas and inventions while also referring to his accomplishments as a writer, publisher, government official, and patriot.

An illustrated collection of Benjamin Franklin's bits of wisdom that reflect the experiences that shaped his life and beliefs.

Traces the life and accomplishments of the printer, philosopher, scientist, inventor, and statesman.

Biography of Benjamin Franklin focusing on his experiments and inventions involving electricity, and examining his improvements to the everyday objects of his time.

Describes the life and many notable accomplishments of the American printer, businessman, inventor, community leader, and statesman.

Describes some of Ben Franklin's many ideas and inventions, and looks at how they are still being used in the twenty-first century.