Biography of the Signers to the Declaration of Independence, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Smith, Horace

9781440048074: Biography of the Signers to the Declaration of Independence, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 144004807X ISBN 13: 9781440048074

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A concise, authoritative portrait of Benjamin Franklin and other signers, tracing their lives from youth to public service. This edition emphasizes the habits, ideas, and choices that shaped the American founding.

This volume offers focused biographical sketches drawn from primary fragments and contemporary accounts. It highlights Franklin’s early discipline, relentless study, and practical approach to work, wealth, and virtue, while situating him among the broader group of signers who wrote the nation’s destiny.

Readers will encounter personal struggles, political strategies, and the moral questions that guided early American leadership. The narrative stays grounded in the facts of each figure’s life, presenting context and consequences without sensationalism.

Origins and education that shaped Franklin’s lifelong pursuit of knowledge

Key decisions, campaigns, and diplomacy that influenced independence

Character traits and ideals that united the signers and sustained their cause

Connections to broader historical events and their lasting impact

Ideal for readers of American history and biographical studies who want a clear, transportable portrait of the men who signed the Declaration.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 144004807X
ISBN 13: 9781440048074
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 276

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a captivating and detailed account of the life of Benjamin Franklin, one of America's Founding Fathers. The author delves into Franklin's early life, tracing his journey from a humble upbringing in Boston to his rise as a prominent printer, scientist, and political figure in Philadelphia. The book explores Franklin's intellectual curiosity and thirst for knowledge, evident in his self-education and later establishment of libraries and educational institutions. It highlights his tireless pursuit of moral perfection and his dedication to public service, as seen in his efforts to improve Philadelphia's infrastructure, organize militias, and promote scientific inquiry. The book also examines Franklin's revolutionary experiment that proved the connection between electricity and lightning, a scientific breakthrough that established his global reputation. This compelling biography provides a multifaceted portrait of a remarkable individual whose contributions to science, politics, and the development of America continue to inspire 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. Seller Inventory # 9781440048074_0

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