Benjamin Franklin
Enriched edition. An Insightful Exploration of an American IconBy Paul Elmer More
Length2h 25m
About this audiobook
In "Benjamin Franklin," Paul Elmer More offers a meticulously crafted biography that delves deep into the multifaceted life of one of America's founding figures. More presents Franklin not just as a statesman and inventor but as a complex thinker who navigated the tumultuous waters of Enlightenment thought and civic responsibility. The literary style is rich and engaging, combining scholarly rigor with accessible prose, allowing readers to appreciate both the historical context and the enduring relevance of Franklin's ideas. More's work is set against the backdrop of a young American republic grappling with its identity, providing keen insights into how Franklin's contributions shaped national discourse.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length2 hrs 25 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
4IV
2Benjamin Franklin
5VI
3BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
6Memorable Quotes
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