Questions About Benjamin Franklin: An American Life

by Walter Isaacson (Goodreads Author)

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What were his inventions

Brad Mills lightning rod, america

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Does this book include much information on Franklin's inventions?

Amy Yes, some in more detail than others.

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Hi! Is this book better than Benjamin Franklin own biography? In other words, which one should I read first? Thanks :)

MC Read his first, and then this one. It's a nice companion to it.…moreRead his first, and then this one. It's a nice companion to it.(less)

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Hi Benjamin Franklin I know you envinted lights and I am your biggest fan how did you feel about writing a book about yourself?

Adam Vert Hello, thank you for your kind words, I love my fans. I am pleasantly surprised to learn that I invented lights.

Regards,

B.F.…moreHello, thank you for your kind words, I love my fans. I am pleasantly surprised to learn that I invented lights.

Regards,

B.F.(less)

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date of birth ?

William Schram January 17, 1706 according to the Georgian Calendar. According to the book, Britain and her colonies used the Julian Calendar until 1752 so his birth …moreJanuary 17, 1706 according to the Georgian Calendar. According to the book, Britain and her colonies used the Julian Calendar until 1752 so his birth was listed as Sunday, January 6, 1705. However the Julian Calendar was off by eleven days and considered March 25 to be the first day of the year. Once they corrected for this his birthday was listed to be what it is currently.(less)

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