Ben Franklin

Printer, Author, Inventor, Politician

By Rushby, Pamela

Publishers Summary:
His is one of the most famous faces in our history. We see his image on coins, notes, souvenirs, and logos. But how well do we know Benjamin Franklin, famous politician, statesman, writer, activist, and inventor? Take a fresh look at the man behind the genius. Find out the real story behind this legendary founding father, and discover how Franklin's shrewd and farsighted intellect helped shape America into a modern model of democracy.

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ISBN
978-1-42630-191-9
Publisher
National Geographic Children's Books


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on January 1, 2008

Gr 2-4 These books focus on their subjects' accomplishments rather than on their personal lives. Nicely illustrated with photos, paintings, engravings, and facsimiles, they are just right for emerging chapter-book readers. The vocabulary is easy, and ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2007

In simple, straightforward language, these volumes provide the highlights of Bell's and Franklin's remarkable contributions to history and science. Brief introductions set the scene, then b...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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