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The True Benjamin Franklin

By Sydney George Fisher
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The biography reexamines the life and character of Benjamin Franklin, seeking to dispel sentimental myths and restore a complex, human portrait. It traces his evolution from printer and autodidact to scientist, author, reformer, and diplomat, highlights his candid autobiographical passages—especially on love and personal shortcomings—and situates those comments in their eighteenth-century context. The author critiques editorial tampering and hagiography that have distorted speeches and letters, evaluates disputed biographical claims, and offers documentary analysis and an appendix to clarify contested facts, aiming for a balanced account that combines narrative, critical commentary, and source-based correction.

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Sydney George Fisher

Sydney George Fisher was an American author and historian known for his works that explore significant historical themes and figures. His notable titles include "The Quaker Colonies: A Chronicle of the Proprietors of the Delaware," which examines the early Quaker settlements in America, and "The True Benjamin Franklin," a biography that delves into the life and contributions of one of America's founding fathers. Fisher's writings often reflect his interest in the interplay of social, political, and cultural factors in shaping American history, particularly during the colonial and revolutionary periods.

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