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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin | 
 enlarge | Author: Benjamin Franklin
Publisher: Public Domain Books
Category: eBooks
This item is no longer available
Rating:  26 reviews
Format: Kindle Book
Media: Kindle Edition
ASIN: B000JMLMXI
Publication Date: July 1, 1994
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This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery. Uniform title: Autobiography
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 26
 Suggested to all young men to enter the world August 12, 2010
Nico
I came across this book without prior intent to find it. Having read it, I believe it beneficial to recommend any young man at the end of his schooling, about to embark on life in the "real world," To read this publication.
Long, Difficult, but REWARDING read August 10, 2010
NikiW
I consider myself a bit of a history buff.. and not the conspiracy theory sort of history. I very much enjoyed this read although it was difficult and slow at times. It was very informative and the fact that I could get it on my kindle app for my iPhone was a definite plus.
Fascinating July 23, 2010
A. Walsh
This autobiography provided an interesting look at a fascinating life. I came away from this book with a deep respect for the way Benjamin Franklin approached his life and sought to improve himself through hard work and careful study. What struck me the most was that he acknowledged shortcomings and made a deliberate effort to overcome them. As an example he recognized that being argumentative and forceful with people carried many long-term disadvantages. So he changed his methods and was better for it, both in terms of "winning" disputes and in developing lasting friendships. As an additional note, some would point out that Benjamin Franklin did not live up to his stated "life philosophy" and may even go as far to call him hypocritical. For me it doesn't matter so much whether or not he successfully lived up to his stated principles, rather what matters is that the principles are valid and a worthy goal for anyone to strive for.
In addition to the life, and life philosophy, of Benjamin Franklin, this book provided an interesting look into life in the 1700s British Colonies. Several things came out in the book that gave me pause. For example, I was not aware that boys were signed on as apprentices to a trade at such a young age (around 10 years old). Learning about the hardships of traveling from Boston, to New York, and on to Philadelphia was also interesting. Additionally thinking about the dangers involved in a sea voyage, from weather and pirates in particular, made me thankful of the ease and safety in which we travel now. In a similar vein, this book provides some great insights into the colonial politics of the time period. Even though it stops short of the American Revolution, the disputes between the colonies and England are clearly present and growing.
Again, this was a fascinating book. It had been on my to read list for some time and I regret that I had not picked it up sooner.
Amazing story of our country's founding July 22, 2010
One-Boston-Chick (Boston, MA United States)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I wondered "How can an autobiography get a 4 to 5-star review?" Now I see why. This is one of the coolest things I ever read. I won't spoil the fun for the new readers, but it is a definite don't miss. If you want to know what it was like in early America - and how a principal founder of our country helped form its development (and WHY he was so popular), this is a must-read.
One very cool tidbit - a true account of events led to the outsting of the British out of the country, and why we went to war...if you're British you may not want to read this. ;) On the other hand, if you're French, you will be flattered!
In addition to reading history, you will also learn negotiating and fund-raising tactics, as well as master-minded political moves that help move bills toward passage.
 A difficult read and can be boring June 17, 2010
Helen Golod (California)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
I had to read this for a college course and thought it was just ok. I love history and I do like to read, but to keeping me interested in a book is important and the writing can becoming very difficult to get through. Probably would not recommend this book to friends it might turn them away from reading history books.
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