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How Benjamin Franklin, The Printer Boy Made His Mark

How Benjamin Franklin, The Printer Boy Made His Mark

William Makepeace Thayer

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120295996
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''How Benjamin Franklin, The Printer Boy Made His Mark: An Example For Youth'' is a biographical book written by William Makepeace Thayer in 1875. The book is about the life of Benjamin Franklin, who was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Franklin was born in Boston in 1706 and was the youngest son of a soap maker. He worked as a printer’s apprentice in his teenage years and eventually became a successful printer, writer, scientist, and diplomat.The book describes Franklin’s early life, his struggles, and how he overcame them to become a successful and influential figure in American history. It also highlights his many accomplishments, including his invention of the lightning rod, his role in the American Revolution, and his contributions to the drafting of the United States Constitution.Thayer’s book is intended as an example for young people, encouraging them to work hard and achieve their goals. The book emphasizes the importance of education, self-discipline, and perseverance, and how these qualities helped Franklin to succeed in life. The book is written in a straightforward and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all ages. Overall, ''How Benjamin Franklin, The Printer Boy Made His Mark: An Example For Youth'' is an inspiring and informative book about one of America’s most celebrated 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.

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