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A valuable and insightful look at the life of one of America's most influential figures, The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin offers a unique perspective on the man behind the Declaration of...

Benjamin Franklin's autobiography offers a unique glimpse into the life and experiences of one of America's founding fathers. Written in his own words, this self-portrait provides an intimate look at...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of America's most iconic founding fathers. In this engaging memoir, Franklin recounts his remarkable...

Benjamin Franklin: A Life of Enduring Influence This comprehensive biography explores the remarkable life of Benjamin Franklin, a true Renaissance man who helped shape America's national character...

Begun as a collection of anecdotes for his son, Benjamin Franklin's autobiography has become a self-portrait of an American icon. Written by one of America's most remarkable figures, this memoir...

Benjamin Franklin: A Life of Enduring Influence Walter Isaacson's biography of Benjamin Franklin is a sweeping narrative that explores the life of America's most fascinating founding father. From his...

Benjamin Franklin's Book of Virtues is a collection of 13 moral virtues that Franklin wrote about in his memoirs. First published posthumously in 1791, this pocket-sized hardcover edition provides a...

A collection of writings by one of America's most beloved figures, Benjamin Franklin. This selection showcases his remarkable literary talent and enduring legacy.Walter Isaacson provides an...

The Portable Benjamin Franklin brings together a wide range of writings from one of America's most fascinating figures. This comprehensive collection includes Franklin's complete Autobiography, as...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is a remarkable record of its author's life, written over several decades. Divided into four parts, it reflects the different periods in which Franklin wrote...

Benjamin Franklin's Bastard by Sally Cabot is a gripping tale of family, love and war set against one of America's most fascinating periods of history. The story revolves around the complex...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is an unfinished record of his life written by himself from 1771 to 1790. It has become one of the most famous and influential examples of an autobiography ever...

Benjamin Franklin: A New PerspectiveThis biography offers a fresh and engaging account of the life and work of one of America's most influential figures. Kevin J. Hayes takes a unique approach,...

Benjamin Franklin: A Life of Renaissance and Revolution. This biography offers a vivid portrayal of America's first Renaissance man, Benjamin Franklin. From his humble beginnings as a penniless...

Benjamin Franklin's Numbers: A Mathematical Odyssey Discover the lesser-known side of America's most iconic statesman and scientist. Benjamin Franklin's Numbers reveals a fascinating mathematical...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin offers an intimate portrait of one of America's most influential figures. Written by Benjamin Franklin himself, this autobiography recounts his life story from...

Benjamin Franklin: Cultural Protestant explores the remarkable life of Benjamin Franklin through the lens of the Protestant Reformation. Born into a devout Protestant family, Franklin's upbringing...

Benjamin Franklin's scientific legacy is often overshadowed by his political achievements. This biography sets out to rectify this imbalance, offering a fresh perspective on the life and work of one...

Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography is a landmark work of memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential figures. Written between 1771 and 1790, this...

Benjamin Zephaniah's life story is a testament to the power of poetry and the importance of pushing boundaries with the arts. From his early days as a punk and Rasta, to his travels around the world...

The Captive in Patagonia by Benjamin Franklin Bourne A remote and untouched region at the southern end of South America, Patagonia is home to a rich and diverse landscape of plants, fauna and...

Learn from the wisdom of Benjamin Franklin with this collection of 112 quotes on politics and history.This concise book features insightful sayings from one of America's founding fathers, offering...

Benjamin Franklin's life has been shaped by many different stories and interpretations over the centuries. However, what is the truth behind the myths and legends that have accumulated around him?...

Benjamin Franklin: Journalist, 176-173This first volume in J. A. Leo Lemay's biography explores the life and times of one of America's most fascinating figures. Born into a humble tradesman's family,...

The Cambridge Companion to Benjamin Franklin provides an in-depth exploration of the life and works of one of America's most influential figures. Written by leading scholars, this comprehensive guide...

Pull by Pamela Laird challenges traditional views of business success, revealing that social capital - the network of social assets that attract respect and generate confidence - plays a crucial role...

Benjamin Franklin's autobiography and writings offer valuable insights into the life of one of America's most inventive and fascinating figures. Transcribed from an 1868 publication, this collection...

Benjamin Franklin in London: The British Life of America's Founding Father by George Goodwin is a deeply researched and engaging portrait of one of history's most fascinating figures. For over 18...

Benjamin Franklin's culinary adventures are revealed in this fascinating work. From his early experiments with vegetarianism to his later diplomatic missions abroad, food played a significant role in...

Benjamin Franklin's most unlikely source of inspiration was a small mouse named Amos. This charming tale tells the story of their friendship and how it influenced the life of one of America's most...

Benjamin Franklin's humorous writings offer a unique glimpse into his irreverent side. This collection includes essays on topics such as flatulence, adultery, and marriage, showcasing the rogue who...

Benjamin Franklin's Last Bet: A Gift for the Working Class and Lessons for Our Time. In his final years, Benjamin Franklin made a remarkable wager on the future of America. He left behind two funds,...

Corruption in America: From Benjamin Franklin's Snuff Box to Citizens United by Zephyr Teachout is a thought-provoking exploration of the evolution of corruption in American politics. The concept of...

Benjamin Franklinstein Meets the Fright Brothers is the next hilarious installment in a series about history's greatest undead inventors. When Benjamin Franklin awakens from his long sleep, he finds...

Atomic Power with God, Thru Fasting and Prayer is a personal account of the author's spiritual journey and the transformative power of prayer and fasting.The book recounts how the author's...

A Wild Idea tells the incredible true story of a man who abandoned his comfortable life to protect the planet. In 1991, he flew 6,500 miles south to a shack in Patagonia, where he spent a quarter...

Benjamin Franklin was a man of incredible talents and achievements. His groundbreaking discoveries in science led to a fundamental understanding of electricity, while his contributions to politics...

Walter Benjamin's complex and influential fashion theory is redefined in this insightful new book. Philipp Ekardt situates Benjamin's ideas within 1930s Parisian couture, drawing on lesser-known...

Aaron Franklin's Meat-Smoking Manifesto is a comprehensive guide to creating exceptional barbecue. The author, a celebrated pitmaster, shares years of hard-won knowledge to help backyard pitmasters...

Gruesome Harvest by Ralph Franklin Keeling is a historical account of the Reconstruction period in Germany, published by Liberty Bell Publications in 2004. This book provides a detailed examination...

Benjamin Franklin has a secret mission for Jack and Annie. When they travel back in time to 1787 Philadelphia, they find themselves face to face with the famous Founding Father. But to help him,...

Black Bourgeoisie by E. Franklin Frazier This seminal work of sociology explores the complex dynamics of the Black middle class in America during the 1940s and 1950s. Frazier's insightful analysis...

The Benjamin Files by Fredric Jameson offers a comprehensive new reading of Walter Benjamin's major works and lesser-known writings. This collection provides insight into Benjamin's unique approach...

Benjamin's Ghosts Interventions in Contemporary Literary and Cultural Theory by Gerhard Richter explores the implications of Walter Benjamin's work for today's critical concerns. This collection of...

The Benjamin Files offers a comprehensive new reading of Walter Benjamin's major works and lesser-known writings. Fredric Jameson explores the complex relationship between Benjamin's philosophical...

Walter Benjamin's thought is deeply rooted in language, and his concepts often reveal themselves through a distinctive stylistic trait: the critical suffix "-ability". In this book, Samuel Weber...

Walter Benjamin's thought has long been associated with philosophy and literary criticism, but his relationship to visual art remains understudied. This book offers a systematic analysis of the...

Franklin and Otter are back together again in this heartwarming storybook. When Otter arrives for a visit, Franklin is excited to spend time with his friend, but he soon notices that things have...

Benjamin Franklin's life has been extensively documented, but his youngest sister Jane remains largely unknown. Jill Lepore sheds new light on this fascinating figure in her biography.A passionate...

In 1940, Walter Benjamin's life was marked by turmoil. With Nazi tanks closing in, he fled Paris with his precious manuscript, a thousand handwritten pages that would become his masterpiece. This...

Franklin Is Bossy by Paulette Bourgeois is a heartwarming story about friendship and learning to share. Franklin loves playing with his best friend Bear, but he often wants to choose the game and...

Walter Benjamin's writing presents a unique challenge to readers. In his essay "The Task of the Translator," he states that no poem is intended for the reader, no image for the beholder, and no...

Franklin Is Messy is a story about a young turtle who can accomplish many things on his own. He can count, dress himself, and even sleep in his cozy shell. However, despite his impressive skills,...

The Itinerary of Benjamin of Tudela by Tudela Benjamin This 12th-century travelogue recounts Rabbi Benjamin's journey from his native Spain to the Holy Land, offering a unique glimpse into the...

Walter Benjamin's Radio Benjamin brings together his surviving radio broadcasts for the first time in English. This eclectic collection showcases the range of his thinking and enthusiasm for popular...

Benjamin Zephaniah's first collection from Bloodaxe, published in 1992, City Psalms features some of his most well-known poems, including 'Dis Poetry', 'Money' and 'Us and Dem'. This collection...

Franklin Fibs tells a fib and finds himself in an embarrassing predicament. When he gets caught out, he must find a way to get out of trouble. Paulette Bourgeois and Brenda Clark have teamed up to...

The Gallows Pole by Benjamin Myers In 18th-century England, a group of weavers and land-workers embark on a criminal enterprise that will shake the foundations of the economy. The Cragg Vale Coiners,...

Benjamin Franklin's timeless wisdom on wealth and success is presented in this beautifully designed volume.Originally published in 1757, "The Way to Wealth" offers practical advice for achieving...

Franklin's Partner is a heartwarming story about friendship and compromise. Franklin the turtle and his best friend Bear are excited to be partners in the upcoming Bumpy Buggy race, but they can't...

Franklin's Spaceship is a heartwarming story about friendship and finding ways to play together. In this tale from the beloved Franklin series, some friends are eager to blast off into space, while...

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a thought-provoking tale about the nature of aging. Born as an old man, Benjamin Button ages in reverse, leading to a life that is both fascinating and...

Franklin's Neighborhood is a heartwarming story about what makes a place special. For his school project, Franklin wants to draw something he loves about his neighborhood. He considers various...

Franklin's birthday party is just around the corner, but he's taking his time getting there. As a turtle, Franklin knows that slow and steady wins the day, and today is no exception. Along the way,...

Benjamin Franklin's eight-year mission to France was a gamble of his career, driven by fame, charisma, and ingenuity. With little diplomatic training and limited French, he outmaneuvered British...

Franklin and the Thunderstorm by Paulette Bourgeois is a heartwarming story about facing fears. When a storm approaches, Franklin becomes afraid and hides in his shell. His friends try to cheer him...

The wreck of HMS Erebus was finally located in 2014, revealing the long-lost story of Sir John Franklin's ill-fated expedition to find the Northwest Passage. In Finding Franklin, Russell Potter tells...

Franklin's New Friend is a heartwarming story about friendship and acceptance. When new neighbors move in, Franklin meets the Moose family and is asked to be their buddy at school. Initially feeling...

Walter Benjamin and the Antinomies of Tradition by John Joseph McCole explores the complex relationship between Walter Benjamin and tradition. This book examines how Benjamin navigated the tension...

Franklin in the Dark celebrates 25 years of the world's most beloved turtle. This special edition features never-before-seen archival material and personal letters from the author and illustrator,...

Walter Benjamin: A Life of Intense Intellectual Combat. Esther Leslie presents a unique and intimate portrait of Walter Benjamin, drawing upon his journal writings and personal correspondence. This...

The Return of Benjamin Lay by Marcus Rediker and Naomi Wallace is a bold exploration of an utterly impossible man. Three hundred years after his death, Benjamin Lay returns from the grave as feisty...

Franklin's Blanket is a heartwarming story about a beloved pet who can't sleep without his favorite blanket. When it goes missing, Franklin must learn to cope with the loss and find comfort in other...

Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons by Alice B. McGinty is a heartwarming story about love and self-control. On Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Benjamin receives a special holiday vest with four silver buttons from his...

Franklin and Harriet is a heartwarming story about the challenges of sibling relationships. When Franklin's little sister, Harriet, wants to play with his favorite toy, he struggles to share...

Franklin in Paradise by John Patrick is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel about two young men navigating love, identity, and survival in a post-apocalyptic world. When a manmade virus wipes...

Benjamin's Library: A New Reading of Walter Benjamin's Origin of the German Tragic DramaThis book offers a systematic reading of Walter Benjamin's Origin of the German Tragic Drama, exploring its...

Franklin the turtle doesn't like how his aunt always makes up nicknames for him. One day she calls him Little Bubble, and his friends tease him about it. Franklin becomes worried that she'll call him...

Franklin's Secret Club is a heartwarming story about the importance of including everyone. When Franklin discovers that leaving someone out can be hurtful, he learns a valuable lesson about...

Franklin's birthday surprise takes an unexpected turn as he and his friend Luna visit a mysterious bookshop. There, they discover a padlocked book of fairy tales that seems to hold secrets and...

Franklin Goes to the Hospital is a heartwarming story about facing fears and being brave. When Franklin visits the hospital for an operation to repair his broken shell, he's worried that others will...

Franklin Plays the Game is a heartwarming story about perseverance and teamwork. Franklin is determined to be the best player on his soccer team, but he faces challenges along the way. With his quick...

Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons by Alice B. McGinty is a heartwarming story about a Rabbi who loves his congregation and their traditions. On Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, the Rabbi's congregation...

Walter Benjamin Critical Constellations by Graeme Gilloch provides a clear and insightful exploration of the works of Walter Benjamin. This book offers a close reading of Benjamin's major studies, as...

Rosalind Franklin's groundbreaking research played a pivotal role in the discovery of DNA's double-helix structure. Yet, during her lifetime, she was often overlooked for the recognition she deserved...

Charles B Franklin: Irish Motorcycle Racer and Designer of the Indian Chief The story of Charles B Franklin, an Irish motorcycle racer who became a key figure in the design of iconic American...

Franklin's School Play is a heartwarming story about overcoming stage fright. Franklin faces his fears and learns to share his talents with others. With its engaging storyline, this charming tale is...

Franklin Is Lost tells the story of a young turtle who learns an important lesson about listening to his mother's advice.When Franklin forgets what his mother told him, he finds himself lost in the...

Benjamin and the Silver Goblet tells the story of two brothers who are reunited after years apart.A retelling of an Old Testament tale, this book explores themes of family, forgiveness and redemption...

Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life by Howard Eiland and Michael W. Jennings is a comprehensive biography that sheds new light on the life and work of one of the 20th century's most influential thinkers...

Franklin's Baby Sister is a heartwarming story about a young boy eagerly awaiting the arrival of his new baby sister. As spring approaches, Franklin tries to speed up the waiting process, but nothing...

Walter Benjamin's Grave by Michael Taussig is an essay about the cemetery and eyewitness accounts of Benjamin's border travails. In 2002, the author visited Benjamin's grave in Port Bou, Spain, where...

Franklin Goes to School is a heartwarming story about a young turtle's first day at school. With his new school supplies in hand, Franklin is eager to start his educational journey. However, as he...

Franklin and Luna Go to the Moon is a heartwarming story about two friends who embark on an adventure to find Franklin's long-lost dragon family. With a shared love of reading, they set out to...

This collection of eight stories brings together familiar characters from the popular television series Franklin and Friends. Each tale tackles everyday concerns and real problems faced by small...

Franklin and Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage In this groundbreaking account, critically acclaimed biographer Hazel Rowley explores the remarkable courage and unconventional partnership that kept...

Franklin Has a Sleepover is a heartwarming story about friendship and comfort. When Bear comes over for their first sleepover, Franklin wants to make sure his friend feels at home. However, as...

Franklin and the Tooth Fairy is a heartwarming story about a young turtle who worries that he's missing out on something special. When his friends receive visits from the Tooth Fairy, Franklin feels...

Franklin Frog tells the real-life story of a remarkable amphibian.This new series of narrative non-fiction books shares the fascinating true stories of well-known animals, shedding light on their...

Franklin Wants a Pet is a heartwarming story about a young turtle's desire for companionship. Since he was small, Franklin has longed to have a pet of his own. He can already do many things on his...