"The Mentor: Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 6, Num. 7, Serial No. 155, May 15, 1918" by Albert Bushnell Hart is an early 1900s publication that shines a light on the multifaceted life of Benjamin Franklin, a key figure in American history. The biography traces Franklin's journey from modest beginnings to becoming a celebrated statesman, scientist, and philosopher who made lasting marks on the world. Detailing his early career as a printer to his inventive scientific explorations, like the famous kite experiment proving electricity, the publication demonstrates his wide range of abilities. Furthermore, it highlights Franklin's critical role in shaping the United States, from his involvement in the Continental Congress to his contributions to the Declaration of Independence, painting a picture of a remarkable individual whose influence helped to form a nation.
The Mentor: Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 6, Num. 7, Serial No. 155, May 15, 1918
By Albert Bushnell Hart
Discover the extraordinary life of a Founding Father who went from humble beginnings to become a revolutionary thinker, renowned scientist, and influential statesman.
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About the AuthorAlbert Bushnell Hart was an American historian, writer, and editor based at Harvard University. One of the first generation of professionally trained historians in the United States, a prolific author and editor of historical works, Albert Bushnell Hart became, as Samuel Eliot Morison described him, "The Grand Old Man" of American history, looking the part with his "patriarchal full beard and flowing moustaches."
Albert Bushnell Hart was an American historian, writer, and editor based at Harvard University. One of the first generation of professionally trained historians in the United States, a prolific author and editor of historical works, Albert Bushnell Hart became, as Samuel Eliot Morison described him, "The Grand Old Man" of American history, looking the part with his "patriarchal full beard and flowing moustaches."
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