Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?browse=true&N=6594+4294936881 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710875 Benjamin Franklins companion, Amos the mouse, recounts how he was responsible for Franklins inventions and discoveries. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707076 In this colorful and intimate narrative, Isaacson provides the full sweep of Franklins amazing life, from his days as a runaway printer to his triumphs as a statesman, scientist, and Founding Father. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1708331 An early advocate of the idea that anyone can develop in themselves the greatness to which they aspire, Ben Franklin speaks across the centuries as practically as ever. A fine example of the rags-to-riches story, Franklin and his self-practiced wisdom are still extremely influential to this day. Wealth and Wisdom unites two classics of the American spirit, The Way to Wealth and The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin to help us make the most of our day and succeed financially. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709345 Words of wisdom from Americas shrewdest observer of man and his ways. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1709344 Industry, honesty, and an eye for the ladies are ever apparent in this candid self-portrait, from his humble birth in 1706 to the beginnings of his greatness in 1757. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1641919 A story about the friendship between Benjamin Franklin and a mouse named Amos. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1644169 The first major biography of Benjamin Franklin in more than sixty years, The First American is history on a grand scale -- a work of meticulous scholarship and a thoroughly engaging portrait of the foremost American of his day. Diplomat, scientist, philosopher, businessman, inventor, wit, and bon vivant, Benjamin Franklin was in every respect Americas first Renaissance man. The eighteenth-century genius comes to life in this masterwork by acclaimed historian H.W. Brands, whose access to previously unpublished letters and a host of other sources makes this the definitive biography. A much-needed reminder of Franklins greatness and humanity, The First American provides a magnificent tour of a legendary historical figure, the countless arenas in which the protean Franklin left his legacy, and a pivotal era in American life. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759260 Among other things, Franklin was a printer, philosopher, inventor, statesman and, not least, a writer. Franklins autobiography captures the essence of his spirit. In it we can see him as a product of the 18th century enlightenment, a type of Yankee statesman who could use the language of Addison, Steele, Swift and Defoe. In the Autobiography Franklin asks himself, Who am I, how did I come to be, and why am I a human being as I am? and he answers with the honesty, wit, and charm that have made his possibly the most famous of all autobiographies. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=742527 In this inspiring tale, Franklin steps out of the past and shares with you his famed maxims about wealth, knowledge, virtue and all other elements of business success. The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin offers Franklins life story-at least the first few decades, as he died without finishing it-as he tries to identify and develop a formula for personal success. Included is the popular Art of virtue, in which Franklin lists the 13 qualities he hoped to possess. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=665858 Benjamin Franklins celebrated Autobiography, published after his death, is one of the greatest autobiographies of all time... but it was incomplete. Franklin ended his lifes story in 1757, when he was only fifty-one. He lived another thirty-three full, eventful, and dramatic years, some of the most dramatic years in American history, years in which Franklin was Americas advocate in London, represented Pennsylvania in the Continental Congress, and was Americas wartime ambassador to France. During these years Franklin also helped write our nations Constitution and planned an American Empire that would displace the British Empire. Faithfully compiled and edited from Franklins papers by Dr. Mark Skousen, Franklins descendant, acting as his devoted secretary, this is the closest we will ever get to Franklin sitting down in his study in Philadelphia, dipping quill into ink, and finishing his autobiography. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=717306 This meticulously researched five-part historical radio drama reveals the multi-faceted, complex Franklins little known adventures in London before the Revolution. For fifteen years, he lived on Craven Street off the Thames, where he established a surrogate family, began his Autobiography and became Americas most famous citizen. As tensions heated up between the Mother Country and her colonies, Franklin became embroiled in intrigue and espionage and almost got hanged by the British government. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=750563 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=706065 Ben Franklins own lively story of his early years is a unique, fascinating, and influential look at this American founding father. It has been taught in schools as a moral tract, as a guide to self-improvement, and as the Great American Success Story. It is also relished for its insight into colonial life and the mind of the man who most affected the development of our democratic form of government. Finally, it is savored for its language; Franklins wit, his well-turned phrase, and his humanity shine through. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=697198 There have been numerous biographies of Benjamin Franklin, including his own notorious autobiography. This is the most charming and captivating account of all. Every chapter is a bewitching gem, and Franklin lives and breathes on every page. This is the last book in Catherine Drinker Bowens brilliant career. With this, she did not intend to write a full narrative biography. Instead she proposed to write only what interested me about this most consistently entertaining biographical subject... Thus the book focuses on specific scenes in Franklins colorful life, including his younger discoveries with electricity, activity in the Albany Congress of 1754, nine years in London and, of course, his part in Americas revolutionary plans. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1540654 Read about the famous experiment in electricity and its importance. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808874 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=628924 Examines the life of the noted statesman who was accomplished in many fields. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=705963 Considered to be one of the best autobiographies written in colonial America, Franklin portrays a fascinating picture of life in pre-revolutionary Philadelphia. In his own words he describes his life as a printer, inventor, scientist, and politician. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=741158 A brief biography that highlights some of the achievements of one of the most famous men from the early years of the United States. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=758997 Ten years in the making, the new book from Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S. Wood reveals Benjamin Franklins life and meaning. Why did Benjamin Franklin retire from business and become gentleman? Why did he admire the British Empire--and join the American Revolution? Why did he being writing his Autobiography when he did? And how did the first American become an American in the first place? Renowned historian Gordon S. Wood spent ten years studying a legend. In this untraditional biography, he penetrates beneath 200 years accumulation of images and representations to find the historical Franklin. He places his subjects amazing life in its 18th century context an shatters forever the comforting stereotypes: homespun patriot, cracker-barrel philosopher, folksy founder, genial self-improver. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=740906 A brief biography of the life, career, and political involvement of Benjamin Franklin. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=346143