Benjamin Franklin, American Genius

His Life and Ideas, with 21 Activities

by: Brandon Marie Miller

Author: Brandon Marie Miller

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

List price: £ 14.50

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Format: Paperback / softback

Publication date: 01 December 2009

Availability: (info) Estimate publication date: 01 December 2009

ISBN: 1556527578 ISBN 13: 9781556527579

Benjamin Franklin, American Genius by Brandon Marie Miller

Beginning with his time as a young printer, this narrative details how Benjamin Franklin became a celebrity with the publication of "Poor Richard: An Almanack" and how he founded the colonies' first lending library, volunteer fire company, and postal service. Top page

Complete description

Capturing the essence of this exceptional individual through his original writings and hands-on activities from his era, this resource tells the rich story of one of America's most celebrated Founding Fathers. Beginning with his time as a young printer, this engaging narrative details how Benjamin Franklin became a celebrity with the publication of "Poor Richard: An Almanack" and how he founded the colonies' first lending library, volunteer fire company, and postal service. Additionally, his life in science is also highlighted, from his 1751 book "Experiments and Observations on Electricity" to his proof a year later that lightning was an electrical discharge. Activities range from designing and printing an almanac cover and playing a simple glass armonica (a Franklin invention) to experimenting with static electricity and building a barometer. The text also features a time line, glossary, Web and travel resources, and reading list for further study. Top page

General info

Publisher & Imprint: Chicago Review Press

City: Chicago

Pages: 144

More info: height 280 mm width 215 mm weight 472 gr thickness 9 mm

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Age recommended: Children/juvenile

Subject Indexing & Classification Dewey: 973.3092 Library of Congress Subject: Cookery

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