Isbn: 9781331540328 - bancroft's: fourth reader (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life of Benjamin Franklin, one of the most influential thinkers and activists in American history. Franklin's life spanned several major historical events, including the American Revolution, and his contributions to science, politics, and philosophy continue to shape American culture to this day. The author delves into Franklin's childhood, education, and early career as a printer and publisher. They trace his involvement in the American Revolution, his diplomatic efforts in France, and his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence. The book also examines Franklin's scientific experiments, his development of the lightning rod, and his founding of the University of Pennsylvania. Through Franklin's life and work, the author explores themes of civic virtue, scientific inquiry, and the pursuit of knowledge, offering a comprehensive portrait of a man whose ideas and inventions continue to resonate with us today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …