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  • The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (AmazonClassics Edition)

  • Written by: Benjamin Franklin
  • Narrated by: Malcolm Hillgartner
  • Length: 6 hrs and 40 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (8 ratings)

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Written by: Benjamin Franklin
Narrated by: Malcolm Hillgartner
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Written between 1717 and 1790, and originally referred to by its author as simply Memoirs, Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography is considered the pioneering example of the genre. In this influential account of the American Dream in action, Franklin recounts his early life, his inventions, his quest for virtue and self-improvement, and his political achievements. The unfinished work is a vivid depiction of life in early America, as well as a relatable and inspiring portrait of one of its revolutionary thinkers.

AmazonClassics brings you timeless works from iconic authors. Ideal for anyone who wants to read a great work for the first time or revisit an old favorite, these new editions open the door to the stories and ideas that have shaped our world.

Revised edition: Previously published as The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, this edition of The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.
Public Domain (P)2018 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.
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Interesting and frequently delightful

The story is rather incomplete - that's something to know from the get-go. But it is interesting and frequently delightful. I'm still not entirely sure what to make of it to be honest, but it's a pretty quick, painless listen, so worth checking out in case you love it! Also the reading performance is good.

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