franklin, benjamin

Introduces the life of Benjamin Franklin, describing his early life in Boston and Philadelphia, his role in writing the Constitution and Declaration of Independence, and his career as a scientist and inventor.

A biography of Benjamin Franklin highlighting his inventions, his newspaper and almanac, his work on the Declaration of Independence, and his diplomatic trips to England and France on behalf of the colonies.

A brief biography of the man whose many accomplishments in science, writing, social reform, and politics still influence America today.

A childhood biography of Benjamin Franklin, a 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.

Contains in-depth critical essays on the life and works of founding father, statesman, and inventor, Benjamin Franklin.

Presents a biography of statesman, inventor, and founding father, Benjamin Franklin from his childhood and youth in Boston, his entrance into politics and attempt to prevent war with England, and his views on slavery and the slave trade.

Recounts the life and career of Benjamin Franklin.

A brief biography of Benjamin Franklin, in simple text with illustrations, describing his contributions to the Declaration of Independence and his involvement in the French-Indian War.

Benjamin Franklin describes a childhood incident of buying a whistle that taught him a lesson he never forgot.