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One of the most popular works of American literature, this charming self-portrait has been translated into nearly every language. It covers Franklin's life up to his prewar stay in London as representative of the Pennsylvania Assembly, including his boyhood years, work as a printer, experiments with ...  read more
 


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One of the most popular works of American literature, this charming self-portrait has been translated into nearly every language. It covers Franklin's life up to his prewar stay in London as representative of the Pennsylvania Assembly, including his boyhood years, work as a printer, experiments with electricity, political career, much more.
Reprint of the J. B. Lippincott & Co., Philadelphia, 1868 edition.

Product Details:

ISBN 10: 0486290735
ISBN 13: 9780486290737
Author/Editor: Benjamin Franklin
Format: Book
Grade level: 6 and Up (ages 11 and up)
Page Count: 144
Dimensions: 5 3/16 x 8 1/4
Publication date: June 1996

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