The Complete Works in Philosophy, Politics and Morals of the late Dr. Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 1 [of 3]

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Complete Works in Philosophy, Politics, and Morals of the late Dr. Benjamin Franklin" is a comprehensive collection of writings by Benjamin Franklin, likely compiled and published in the early 19th century. This work encompasses a range of themes reflective of Franklin's contributions to philosophy, politics, and ethical considerations drawn from his life experiences and observations. The collection aims to present a systematic and thorough collection of his works, touching upon his thoughts and insights across various subjects. At the start of the collection, readers are introduced to Franklin's autobiography, where he reflects on his family history, upbringing, and journey from humble beginnings to a prominent position in society. He shares anecdotes about his childhood, education, and early work experiences, emphasizing the role of providence and personal initiative in his success. The opening portions highlight his passion for reading and writing, his industrious nature, and the foundational values instilled in him by his parents. Franklin candidly recounts the obstacles he faced, his interactions with family members, and pivotal moments that shaped his character and ambitions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Life of Dr. Franklin

Letters and papers on electricity.

Credits:

Produced by Steven Gibbs, John Campbell, Google Print and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-02-02