franklin, benjamin

A collection of essays which explore the impact Benjamin Franklin had on American history and culture; includes a brief biographical essay and an appendix of primary source documents.

Ten-year-old Matt and six other children travel to 1776 Boston, living out American history as they meet Benjamin Franklin, learn about colonial medicine, and become part of a rebel spy ring.

Presents an annotated edition of Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, begun and abandoned in 1771, continued in 1784, and left unfinished at the time of his death in 1790, and includes an introductory essay that provides information about the statesman and the history of his memoirs.

Follows Franklin's life--the young man in colonial Boston; the patriot involved in the fight for independence. ..

Chronicles the life of Benjamin Franklin, discussing his many inventions, the many contradictions in his life, his vast writings, and the impact he had on American history.

Examines the mathematical genius of Benjamin Franklin and how he used mathematical ideas in his scientific work such as magic squares and circles.

Babs is making a terrible mess of history, and it"s up to the third-grade time-travelers to put things right.

Presents a comprehensive look into the life and reputation of American patriot, statesman, and inventor, Benjamin Franklin during the early days of the American Revolution, and examines the impact he had on both American and French society.

Text and photographs introduce the life of Benjamin Franklin, an inventor and statesman who was influential in the early days of the United States.

A biography of the founding father, from his boyhood in Boston through his apprenticeship in the publishing business to his accomplishments as a printer, scientist, inventor, and statesman.