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"The first book to belong permanently to literature. It created a man."
-- From the Introduction

Few men could compare to Benjamin Franklin. Virtually self-taught, he excelled as an athlete, a man of letters, a printer, a scientist, a wit, an inventor, an editor, and a writer, and he was probably the most successful diplomat in American history. David Hume hailed him as the first great philosopher and great man of letters in the New World.

Written initially to guide his son, Franklin's autobiography is a lively, spellbinding account of his unique and eventful life. Stylistically his best work, it has become a classic in world literature, one to inspire and delight readers everywhere.

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So, okay, I liked the book but it didn't appear to me to be one of the best ever. As a few other reviewers have said, it also falls far short of being definitive. It's almost like Franklin thought, "Let me write a skeletal account for an autobiography; then I'll fill in all the details and put meat on them bones." But he never seemed to get around to adding the meat. I had heard grandiose things about this book, as in, one of the greatest autobiographies in existence, etc. I believe Franklin was a much greater man than we see portrayed here. But I wonder how great people would say it was were it not for the historical color it adds to the landscape. Well, I read it and it was good. I mean, the writing skill is fine, in my opinion, not great.

VERY pleased with everything including the price. The book arrived quickly and in perfect condition.

The writing is in the 'old' colonial style and not a style nor format of which I feel comfortable. While it is good to learn about Benjamin Franklin and, thus, this is a valuable read, it is not an easy nor fast read. However, don't pass by the opportunity to read this book for its value; just don't expect it to be more than it is. This book is only about 100 pages; much smaller than I expected. Also, while I expected it to be in the form of a typical autobiographical narrative, this 'autobiography' is presented by means of letters, from Benjamin Franklin to others.

If you want to experience the character and personality of Benjamin Franklin then read Isaacson's biography. After reading Walter Isaacson's, Ben Franklin, An American Life, the Autobiography of Ben Franklin by Benjamin Franklin was a huge disappointment. Written in the original, King's English, it is not an enjoyable read.

Published by MobileReference (mobi)) A lot has been inferred about this great man's views of religion and politics, but letting him speak for himself has enlightened me the difference. ILLUSTRATED. I wonder if I am a member of that sect, "the Dunkers" that he mentioned.Reading this book and having it available at an affordable price is a great use for the Kindle. if this were not a land of liberty. I think every senior in high school should read this book though.I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, (Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin.