Benjamin Franklin: The Father Of All The Yankees (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163172032)

""Benjamin Franklin: The Father of All the Yankees"" is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most influential founding fathers, written by Clifford Smyth. The book chronicles Franklin's life from his humble beginnings as a printer's apprentice to his rise as a prominent statesman, inventor, and philosopher. Smyth delves into Franklin's early years as a young man in Boston, his move to Philadelphia, and his significant contributions to American society, including his role in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The book also explores Franklin's numerous inventions, including the lightning rod and bifocals, as well as his work as a diplomat in Europe. Throughout the book, Smyth provides insight into Franklin's character, his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his impact on American culture and politics. ""Benjamin Franklin: The Father of All the Yankees"" is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and the life of one of its most iconic figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Clifford Smyth
ISBN-10: 1163172030
ISBN-13: 9781163172032
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d