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Benjamin Franklin: The Autobiography and Other Writings (Penguin Classics) Edition Unstated

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/Benjamin Franklin Publisher, inventor, educator, and statesman, Benjamin Franklin was a complex and appealing character. Here is a wide-ranging selection of his writings from Poor Richard's Almanac, scientific essays, and political commentaries, plus a generous do.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Classics; Edition Unstated (January 1, 1986)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 270 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0140390529
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140390520
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.04 x 0.47 x 7.8 inches
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Customers find the book engaging and informative with good life lessons. They appreciate the well-researched account of Franklin's life and the detailed visual style with charming color illustrations. The book is considered a trusted classic in an affordable paperback edition. Readers appreciate the author's wit and clever writing style.

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15 customers mention "Readability"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and interesting. They say it's a great read and should be required reading for high school students. The edition is described as charming and entertaining.

"Very interesting read. Gets a bit tedious at the end, but well worth the read for the first 2/3rd alone...." Read more

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9 customers mention "Insight"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's insights and life lessons. They find it interesting, well-researched, and a good introduction to non-fiction. The book helps readers appreciate the man and his values.

"I liked other writings more than the autobiography. On the whole, very interesting. Shows a great man from different perspectives." Read more

"Wonderful insight into the period leading up to the revolution and Benjamin Franklin's development as a leader." Read more

"...Americas most unique and important founding fathers: This book is well researched and maintains a detailed account of Franklin's life through his..." Read more

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5 customers mention "Detail"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's detailed account of Franklin's life. They appreciate the in-depth coverage and find it enjoyable for history enthusiasts.

"Loved hearing about Ben Franklin's life from his own perspective, because I felt like I really got a sense for his personality. Great read." Read more

"...you have a genuine interest/passion for history and an excellent memory of detail, I would recommend this book only to read it for a solid foundation..." Read more

"...I liked reading about his life, not just what history books tell us, but more in depth about his childhood and his wife...." Read more

"...this for a friend of mine and he has had enjoyed this book as he loves history...." Read more

4 customers mention "Visual style"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the visual style engaging with charming color illustrations. They describe it as informative, inventive, and unique, showing a great man from different perspectives.

"Excellent edition with many charming color illustrations. Our copy arrived on time in very good condition...." Read more

"...On the whole, very interesting. Shows a great man from different perspectives." Read more

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2019
    Excellent edition with many charming color illustrations. Our copy arrived on time in very good condition. My 15 year old daughter is enjoying the book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2024
    College aged daughter loved it.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2020
    I liked other writings more than the autobiography. On the whole, very interesting. Shows a great man from different perspectives.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2009
    Very interesting read. Gets a bit tedious at the end, but well worth the read for the first 2/3rd alone. Just wish we had more politicians like him now, who put the country and people before his own bank account. Everyone could learn from his example of self betterment, education and civic service for the sole purpose of making oneself a better human being and useful to others w/o the need for a $ payout.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2013
    Loved hearing about Ben Franklin's life from his own perspective, because I felt like I really got a sense for his personality. Great read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2016
    Wonderful insight into the period leading up to the revolution and Benjamin Franklin's development as a leader.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2011
    To the individual who wants to increase his knowledge of one of Americas most unique and important founding fathers: This book is well researched and maintains a detailed account of Franklin's life through his written correspondents. It will certainly garner a greater appreciation for the man and the values he kept loyal to.

    To the student: Unless you have a genuine interest/passion for history and an excellent memory of detail, I would recommend this book only to read it for a solid foundation. Afterward, something along the lines of "Spark Notes" would be EXTREMELY beneficial for a good grade.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2013
    I wanted this and was AMAZED that i found it! Great transaction and it was exactly as described... would get another in a heart beat!

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  • varun
    5.0 out of 5 stars nice product
    Reviewed in India on July 18, 2019
    this signet classic of is nice. good packaging.
  • 生涯書生
    4.0 out of 5 stars 伝記の白眉
    Reviewed in Japan on August 19, 2012
    フランクリンの有名な伝記。
    やや古い英語なので、現代の英語に慣れた読者には、読みにくい所もあるだろう。
    フランクリンの自伝は、いかにもアメリカ人的な精神に満ちあふれているので、
    アメリカ文化論・アメリカ社会論などの格好のテキストになっている。
    ちなみに岩波文庫から翻訳も出ている。
  • Sanjeev Chauhan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Go for it
    Reviewed in India on January 9, 2019
    Excellent book
  • Second to NUN
    3.0 out of 5 stars 歴史に詳しくないとつらい?
    Reviewed in Japan on October 19, 2008
    良いこともかかれて居るんだと思いますが、一つ一つのチャプターの区切りが殆ど無く、メリハリがつきにくい。
    登場人物もいろいろ出てきますが、米国建国近辺の歴史に疎い私には全く誰が誰やら判りません。

    途中で嫌になってしまいました。ご免なさい。
  • Frankie
    4.0 out of 5 stars Part of a gift ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2019
    Part of a number of books to broaden the horizon of one of our nieces!
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