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Life Of Doctor Franklin (1861)

Life Of Doctor Franklin (1861)

Norton, John N.

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Historical FiguresLetters & EssaysColonial Period (1600-1775)

ISBN10: 1163902322
ISBN13: 9781163902325
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 278
Weight: 0.83
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Doctor Franklin is a biography written by John N. Norton in 1861. The book is a comprehensive account of the life of Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Norton traces Franklin's life from his humble beginnings in Boston to his rise as a successful printer, scientist, inventor, diplomat, and statesman.The book covers Franklin's early years as a printer's apprentice, his experiments with electricity, his founding of the University of Pennsylvania, and his role in the American Revolution. Norton also delves into Franklin's personal life, including his relationships with his wife, Deborah Read, and his son, William Franklin.Throughout the book, Norton highlights Franklin's contributions to American society, including his work on the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. He also explores Franklin's impact on international relations, particularly his role in negotiating the Treaty of Paris, which ended the Revolutionary War.Overall, The Life of Doctor Franklin provides a detailed and engaging portrait of one of America's most celebrated figures. Norton's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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