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Summary & Analysis - Benjamin Franklin: Based On The Book By Walter Isaacson

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SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

BASED ON THE BOOK BY WALTER ISAACSON

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: BOOK SUMMARY STATION

CONTENT

The Young Runaway and Early Self-Improvement

Printer and Public Citizen in Philadelphia

Cultivating Virtue and Publishing Poor Richard's Almanack

Civic Engagement and Early Scientific Pursuits

Scientist and Inventor: Electricity and Beyond

Politician and Diplomat: Seeds of Revolution

Years in London: Agent Provocateur and Growing Tensions

Independence and the Mission to France

Peacemaker and Sage: Final Years

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Benjamin Franklin and the Invention of America by Walter Isaacson chronicles the remarkable life of Benjamin Franklin, tracing his journey from humble beginnings as a runaway apprentice to becoming a pivotal figure in American history. The biography explores Franklin's multifaceted roles as a printer, writer, scientist, inventor, and statesman, highlighting his relentless pursuit of self-improvement and his deep engagement with the emerging American society. It examines his contributions to the development of a unique American identity and his crucial involvement in the events that led to the nation's founding, including his significant diplomatic efforts during the Revolutionary War. The narrative delves into his character, beliefs, and the relationships that shaped his extraordinary life and enduring legacy.

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Release date

Audiobook: 14 March 2025

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