Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World Book

Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World examines the many facets of Americaâ??s most extraordinary founding father. Politician, diplomat, scientist, printer, and civic improver, Franklin influenced every aspect of American life, from his own time to the present. This book, designed to accompany the traveling Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary exhibition celebrating Franklinâ??s 300th birthday, includes essays by ten prominent scholars that offer an overview of Franklinâ??s life and cover the full range of his interests and achievements, illustrated by more than 265 color imagesâ??portraits, manuscripts, drawings, maps, paintings, engravings, and a plethora of Franklin's possessions, from teacups to printing equipment. This comprehensive guide, combining new scholarship with unique imagesâ??many of which have never been exhibited beforeâ??will be a must-have for anyone interested in Franklin.Read More