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Autobiography Of Benjamin Franklin
by
John Bigelow
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Paperback
,
408 pages
Published
October 1st 2008
by Moulton Press
(first published August 1st 2008)
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A wonderful self help book. Its filled with inspiration. Every one should read this book.
This is a neat glimpse into the mind of a very interesting person. I loved the first two parts (there are four). The first describes his youth and how he went from being completely poor to making a decent living. The second part describes his code of morality and quest to become "morally perfect," a quest at which he admittedly fails, but doesn't regret trying. The other two parts were less interesting, but the whole thing is pretty short, so in general it is a quick and amusing read.
This delightful autobiography portrays 18th century America and parts of England, as well. I enjoyed reading about the social problems and the solutions Franklin proposes. He emphasizes Enlightenment ideals: self-improvement, non-dogmatic religion, grooming intelligence, industry. Inspiring read, very enjoyable.
Picked it up free on the Kindle and enjoyed it a lot more than i expected to. Ben made me want to be a better man, not that I am. At least he made me want to be.
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