Benjamin Franklin

Name: Benjamin Franklin
Author: Paul Elmer More

By Paul Elmer More

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The biography traces the subject’s life from modest New England beginnings and early tradesman schooling through apprenticeship and self-education, then recounts migration to Philadelphia, formative civic experiments and club associations, scientific investigation and public inventions, published practical maxims and moral reflections, transatlantic missions to England, legislative service and diplomatic work in France, and concludes with an appraisal of character that balances practical shrewdness, public philanthropy, and a pragmatic moral outlook.

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Paul Elmer More

Paul Elmer More was an American essayist and critic, known for his insightful explorations of literature and philosophy. He contributed significantly to early 20th-century thought through his essays, which often reflected on the interplay between culture and morality. One of his notable works, "Benjamin Franklin," examines the life and legacy of the iconic American figure, while his "Shelburne Essays, Third Series" showcases his critical acumen across various subjects. Additionally, "The Jessica Letters: An Editor's Romance" reveals his literary style and personal reflections, further establishing his place in American literary heritage.