Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780300107999)

The first extensively illustrated book documenting Franklin's life and work--a must-have for any Franklin enthusiast.

Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World examines the many facets of America's most extraordinary founding father. Politician, diplomat, scientist, printer, and civic improver, Franklin influenced every aspect of American life, from his own time to the present. This book, designed to accompany the traveling Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary exhibition celebrating Franklin's 300th birthday, includes essays by ten prominent scholars that offer an overview of Franklin's life and cover the full range of his interests and achievements, illustrated by more than 265 color images--portraits, manuscripts, drawings, maps, paintings, engravings, and a plethora of Franklin's possessions, from teacups to printing equipment. This comprehensive guide, combining new scholarship with unique images--many of which have never been exhibited before--will be a must-have for anyone interested in Franklin.

Exhibition Schedule:

Atlanta History Center, Atlanta (July 4 - October 14, 2007)

Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver (March 2 - May 28, 2007)

Missouri Historical Society, St. Louis (June 8 - September 4, 2006)

Musee de Arts et Metiers and Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France (Dec. 4, 2007 - March 30, 2008)

National Constitution Center, Philadelphia (December 15, 2005 - April 30, 2006)

The Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston (Oct. 11, 2006 - Jan. 21, 2007)

Author: Page Talbott
ISBN-10: 0300107994
ISBN-13: 9780300107999
Publisher: Yale University Press
Language: English
Published: 11/11/2005
Pages: 396
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 4.21lbs
Size: 11.26h x 8.84w x 1.19d

Review Citation(s):
Ingram Advance 11/01/2005 pg. 42
Library Journal 10/15/2005 pg. 63
Univ PR Books for Public Libry 01/01/2006 pg. 1 - Outstanding
Choice 11/01/2006 pg. 544