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Informationen zum Autor Born in 1706 to humble origins, the young Benjamin Franklin made his way into the world with a sense of purpose and an awareness of what he was capable of. These qualities became self-evident and increasingly apprarent to the world around him as his abilities matured. The runaway teen who left his boyhood Boston for Philadelphia proved his developing talents as a prolific writer, printer and future publisher... famous for his Autobiography, Poor Richard's Almanac, and The Pennsylvania Gazette among others. He was also an inventor and scientist; Franklin was the genial genius... an affable common man who just happened to be the smartest person in almost any room he entered. He conducted groundbreaking work in electricity and made innovations that led to practical devices such as bifocals, swim fins, the lightning rod, the Franklin Stove, and the flexible catheter among other inventions in use to this day.After retiring from business at the age of 42, it was Benjamin Franklin as Public Citizen for his remaining 42 years that ultimately led to his role as Statesman and Founder... He helped make the case for the ultimate severance of political ties to Great Britain and for America to take up arms in defense of her liberty. He was present at the creation of a new nation and helped construct the foundation of what the United States would one day become as a beacon of freedom. Klappentext Composed from Franklin's autobiography and correspondence! this three-volume 1874 publication recounts the famous American statesman's eventful and inspiring life. Zusammenfassung Benjamin Franklin (1706–90) was an outstanding statesman and leader. First published in 1874, this work was compiled from Franklin's writings, including his autobiography and correspondence. Volume 3 covers the negotiation of peace with Britain, the drafting of the United States constitution, Franklin's retirement from public life, and his will. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part III continued: 1. Franklin asks to be relieved from the mission to Paris; 2. R. R. Livingston named Minister of Foreign Affairs; 3. Journal of the negotiation for peace with Great Britain, from March 21st to July 1st, 1782; 4. Micawberism of the Ministry; 5. Misunderstanding between Count de Vergennes and Dr. Franklin; 6. The Fishery Calumny; 7. The usefulness of enemies; 8. Red tape; 9. Preparation for leaving France; Part VI. From the Termination of his Mission to France in 1785 until his Death, April 17th, 1790: 10. Franklin's reception in America; 11. Freedom of commerce; 12. Re-elected President of Pennsylvania; 13. Retirement from public life; 14. Franklin's last will and testament; Bibliography; Index....
