The Autobiography and Other Writings
The Autobiography and Other Writings by Benjamin Franklin is a reissue published by Random House Publishing Group on April 1, 1982. This edition encompasses a diverse selection of Franklin’s significant writings, showcasing the multifaceted character of this influential American figure known for his roles as a publisher, inventor, educator, and statesman.
Readers will find a rich compilation that includes selections from Franklin’s newspaper articles, the wisdom of Poor Richard’s Almanac, entertaining letters, scientific essays, and political writings. This collection also features a newly edited version of the Autobiography, along with a variety of Franklin’s famous aphorisms, poems, and humor. The book provides insights into Franklin’s curious mind and his unwavering commitment to truth and liberty, making it a valuable resource for those interested in biography, political science, and literary collections. With 384 pages, this English-language edition invites exploration of Franklin’s enduring legacy.
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This authoritative Bantam Classic edition presents readers with a wide-ranging selection of Benjamin Franklin’s most important writings, illuminating the complex and appealing character of this quintessential American who rose to fame as a publisher, inventor, educator, bon vivant, and statesman.
Here are selections from Franklin’s newspaper articles, from the sage wisdom of Poor Richard’s Almanac, from his entertaining letters, from his scientific essays, from his political and revolutionary writings, plus a generous sampling of his famous aphorisms, poems, and humor. And, most important, here is a newly edited text of one of the most vital and important works of American literature, the Autobiography. As fascinating and as relevant as ever, this timeless collection of writings reveals an extraordinary man whose mind was always curious, always questioning, and who forever remained dedicated to the principles of truth and liberty.
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