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The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin
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A study of the life of Benjamin Franklin and his influence on both American and world history. From his early days as a printer's apprentice to very nearly his last days, Benjamin Franklin's thirst for knowledge and his desire to share what he knew brought him into the forefront of a changing world.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Love it entertaining, historical background and well read you can hear the passion of the profesor when he reads