54 pages 1 hour read

Walter Isaacson

Benjamin Franklin: An American Life

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2003

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Walter Isaacson's Benjamin Franklin: An American Life offers a well-researched and engaging portrait of Franklin, blending personal anecdotes with historical context. Readers appreciate its readability and insight into Franklin's multifaceted life. Some critique the lengthy details, which may overwhelm casual readers. Overall, it's a thorough and enlightening biography.

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Who Should Read Benjamin Franklin: An American Life?

A reader who enjoys Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson likely appreciates meticulously researched biographies, American history, and insight into the lives of influential figures. Comparable to readers of David McCullough's John Adams or Ron Chernow's Alexander Hamilton, they seek an engaging narrative that blends historical context with personal storytelling.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: U.S.
Politics / Government
Business / Economics
Period
American Revolution
Themes
Society: Colonialism
Society: Politics & Government
Society: Nation
Genre
Biography