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Benjamin Franklin

    January 17, 1706 – April 17, 1790

    Benjamin Franklin was a prolific author and thinker whose wide-ranging influence shaped the nascent United States. His writings, which dispensed wisdom to the colonies for seventeen years, reflect his deep understanding of human nature and society. Franklin's name is synonymous with pioneering research into electricity, forever altering the scientific landscape. His legacy lies in his versatility as a writer, scientist, and statesman, leaving an indelible mark on American history.

    Benjamin Franklin
    The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
    The Portable Benjamin Franklin
    Benjamin Franklin: Autobiography, Poor Richard, and Later Writings
    My Life. Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
    Oxford World's Classics: Lord Chesterfield's Letters
    The Declaration of Independence
    • Der Weg zum Reichtum

      Lernen Sie zeitlose finanzielle Weisheit

      Die Seiten von Benjamin Franklins Klassiker enthüllen die Geheimnisse des Wohlstands und bieten praktische Ratschläge zur finanziellen Selbstverbesserung. Der Autor kombiniert Weisheiten mit persönlichen Erfahrungen und vermittelt wertvolle Lektionen über Sparsamkeit, Fleiß und kluge Investitionen. Leser werden inspiriert, ihre eigenen finanziellen Ziele zu verfolgen und ein erfülltes Leben zu führen, indem sie die Prinzipien des Erfolgs verinnerlichen. Franklins zeitlose Erkenntnisse bleiben auch heute relevant und bieten einen Leitfaden für den Weg zum Reichtum.

      Der Weg zum Reichtum2024
    • Explore the life of Benjamin Franklin, a multifaceted statesman, inventor, writer, and scientist, through his captivating autobiography. As a Founding Father and signer of the Declaration of Independence, Franklin's achievements include developing efficient wood-burning stoves and publishing books. Gröls Classics - English Edition.

      My Life. Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin2023
      3.0
    • Benjamin Franklins Leben

      Autobiografie

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Die Autobiografie von Benjamin Franklin gewährt einen faszinierenden Einblick in das Leben eines der Gründerväter der Vereinigten Staaten. Sie beleuchtet seine vielfältigen Talente als Staatsmann, Erfinder, Schriftsteller und Wissenschaftler. Franklin beschreibt seine Rolle beim Entwurf der Unabhängigkeitserklärung und gibt Einblicke in seine innovativen Entwicklungen, wie effiziente Holzöfen. Diese persönliche Perspektive macht die Lektüre zu einem spannenden Erlebnis, das sowohl historische als auch biografische Aspekte vereint.

      Benjamin Franklins Leben2022
    • Amerika 1766

      Anmerkungen über Nordamerika, und über dasige Grosbritannische Colonien

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Benjamin Franklins Darstellung der amerikanischen Kolonien zehn Jahre vor der Revolution ist ein transatlantischer Glücksfall. Im Juli 1766 kam Benjamin Franklin für eine Woche nach Göttingen, inmitten der ersten tiefen Krise zwischen Großbritannien und seinen amerikanischen Kolonien. Der Repräsentant einer neuen, selbstbewussten amerikanischen Intellektualität begegnete hier führenden Köpfen eines aufgeklärten Rechts-, Gesellschafts- und Staatsdenkens, darunter Gottfried Achenwall, Mitbegründer der modernen Staatswissenschaften. Aus seinen ausführlichen Gesprächen mit Franklin und von ihm autorisiert, stellte er eine Schrift zusammen, die ein kritisches Bild der Kolonien ergibt – fast auf den Tag genau zehn Jahre vor dem Ausbruch der Amerikanischen Revolution. Franklins und Achenwalls "Anmerkungen über Nordamerika", zunächst als Artikelserie und dann als Buch veröffentlicht, werden in diesem Band erstmals mit ausführlichen Kommentaren neu herausgegeben. Die Edition macht einen Glücksfall des amerikanisch-deutschen Austausches im Geist der politischen Aufklärung zugänglich.

      Amerika 17662022
    • Der Weg zum Glück

      • 140 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Der Weg zum Glück - oder, Das Leben von Dr. Benj. Franklin ist ein unveränderter, hochwertiger Nachdruck der Originalausgabe aus dem Jahr 1796. Hansebooks ist Herausgeber von Literatur zu unterschiedlichen Themengebieten wie Forschung und Wissenschaft, Reisen und Expeditionen, Kochen und Ernährung, Medizin und weiteren Genres. Der Schwerpunkt des Verlages liegt auf dem Erhalt historischer Literatur. Viele Werke historischer Schriftsteller und Wissenschaftler sind heute nur noch als Antiquitäten erhältlich. Hansebooks verlegt diese Bücher neu und trägt damit zum Erhalt selten gewordener Literatur und historischem Wissen auch für die Zukunft bei.

      Der Weg zum Glück2022
    • Autobiografie

      Benjamin Franklins Leben, von ihm selbst beschrieben (Band 104, Klassiker in neuer Rechtschreibung)

      • 188 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Die Reihe bietet eine moderne Aufbereitung bedeutender Werke der Weltliteratur, die gemäß der aktuellen Duden-Rechtschreibung neu herausgegeben werden. Klara Neuhaus-Richter stellt sicher, dass Klassiker für heutige Leser zugänglich und verständlich sind, ohne den ursprünglichen Inhalt zu verändern. Diese Editionen sind ideal für alle, die sich mit den zeitlosen Themen und Geschichten der Literatur auseinandersetzen möchten.

      Autobiografie2021
    • Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

      • 132 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      The autobiography offers an insightful glimpse into the life of Benjamin Franklin, showcasing his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in American history. It highlights his achievements in various fields, including science, politics, and philosophy, while also revealing his personal reflections on virtue, self-improvement, and the American spirit. Franklin's wit and wisdom shine through as he shares anecdotes and life lessons, making it not only a historical account but also a guide for personal growth and civic responsibility.

      Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin2020
    • Autobiographie

      Benjamin Franklins Leben, Von Ihm Selbst Beschrieben

      • 184 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Benjamin Franklin: Autobiographie. Benjamin Franklins Leben, von ihm selbst beschrieben Edition Holzinger. Taschenbuch Berliner Ausgabe, 2016 Vollständiger, durchgesehener Neusatz bearbeitet und eingerichtet von Michael Holzinger Entstanden zwischen 1771 und 1790. Erstdruck 1791. Hier in der Übersetzung von Dr. Karl Müller, Leipzig, 1887, erstmals erschienen unter dem Titel »Benjamin Franklins Leben, von ihm selbst beschrieben«. Herausgeber der Reihe: Michael Holzinger Reihengestaltung: Viktor Harvion Umschlaggestaltung unter Verwendung des Bildes: Joseph Duplessis, Benjamin Franklin, 1785 Gesetzt aus der Minion Pro, 11 pt.

      Autobiographie2016
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology

      Current Thought and A Practical Guide

      • 497 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Pediatric current thought and practice’ is written by renowned experts with many years of experience and perspective on the state-of-the-art recommendations.All chapters are consistent in format and style and have practical application to the daily practice of medical and surgical pediatric ophthalmology.Starting with a guide to the examination of children, it covers all important topics for all who care for children’s eyes regardless of their niche interests within the field of pediatric ophthalmology. Many techniques that have been learned over many years by experienced practitioners will be illustrated and explained to the reader. Added value is given with useful tables and charts that will likely get constant use in offices and operating rooms, for Important drug dosages and side-effects, nystagmus surgical charts, strabismus surgical tables, spectacle artifacts, and an intraocular lens nomogram. This practical guide will promote understanding and update and guide the novice and the expert to improve the flow of the examination and treatment outcome. It is one of the most informative and useful books ever written for the pediatric ophthalmologist and the general ophthalmologist who cares for children.

      Pediatric Ophthalmology2009
    • `My object is to have you fit to live; which, if you are not, I do not desire that you should live at all.' So wrote Lord Chesterfield in one of the most celebrated and controversial correspondences between a father and son. Chesterfield wrote almost daily to his natural son, Philip, from 1737 onwards, providing him with instruction in etiquette and the worldly arts. Praised in their day as a complete manual of education, and despised by Samuel Johnson for teaching `the morals of a whore and the manners of a dancing-master', these letters reflect the political craft of a leading statesman and the urbane wit of a man who associated with Pope, Addison, and Swift. The letters reveal Chesterfield's political cynicism and his belief that his country had `always been goverened by the only two or three people, out of two or three millions, totally incapable of governing', as well as his views on good breeding. Not originally intended for publication, this entertaining correspondence illuminates fascinating aspects of eighteenth-century life and manners.

      Oxford World's Classics: Lord Chesterfield's Letters2008
      4.2
    • Automatic Wealth I

      The Secrets of the Millionaire Mind-Including

      • 308 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      This compilation features four bestselling works that offer valuable insights into wealth creation and personal development. The journey begins with "As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen, which emphasizes that our thoughts shape our reality and potential. It encourages readers to recognize their role as creators of their own lives through the thoughts they nurture. Next is "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles, a practical guide aimed at those seeking immediate financial success. It provides actionable steps for achieving wealth without delving into theoretical discussions, appealing to those eager for results. Benjamin Franklin's "The Way to Wealth," originally published in 1758, remains a timeless source of financial wisdom. This concise work offers straightforward advice on hard work, saving, and managing debt, resonating with contemporary readers as much as it did centuries ago. Lastly, "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill presents a transformative philosophy on achieving success. Based on extensive research and interviews with over 500 wealthy individuals, it outlines thirteen proven steps to wealth, encouraging readers to believe in their potential to achieve their goals. Together, these works inspire a path toward self-fulfillment and financial prosperity.

      Automatic Wealth I2006
      3.6
    • Presenting pearls of wisdom on wealth from Benjamin Franklin. Franklin compiled and self-published his own venerated advice and proverbs on personal finance from Poor Richard’s Almanack . Since its appearance as a pamphlet in 1758, it has been reprinted and translated countless times. This new edition includes not only his counsel on financial planning, investment, prudence, and retirement strategies, but also essays and annotations about the legendary American entrepreneur himself. Additionally, it features facsimile pages of the original typed text, with adjacent pages providing modern translations for a 21st century audience. With an insightful foreword by renowned Franklin biographer Walter Isaacson and luxurious packaging, Way to Wealth serves as both an inspirational keepsake and a clever guide to economic success.

      The Way to Wealth and Other Writings on Finance2006
      3.9
    • It takes a very inclusive anthology to encompass the protean personality and range of interests of Benjamin Franklin, but The Portable Benjamin Franklin succeeds as no collection has. In addition to the complete Autobiography, the volume contains about 100 of Franklin’s major writings—essays, journalism, letters, political tracts, scientific observations, proposals for the improvement of civic and personal life, literary bagatelles, and private musings. The selections are reprinted in their entirety and organized chronologically within six sections that represent the full range of Franklin’s temperament. The result is a zestful read for Franklin scholars and anyone wanting to know and enjoy this American icon. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

      The Portable Benjamin Franklin2006
      4.2
    • 50 Success Classics

      Winning Wisdom for Work & Life from 50 Landmark Books

      • 300 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Millions of us are drawn each year to find the one great book that will capture our imagination and inspire us to chart a course to personal and professional fulfillment. 50 Success Classics is the first and only ‘bite-sized’ guide to the most important and inspiring works that have already demonstrated their power to change lives.

      50 Success Classics2004
      4.1
    • Quotations of Benjamin Franklin

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Witty and wise commentary about money, life, and the events of the day from one of America's first bestselling authors. Featuring a portrait of the author on the front cover with his signature printed below in gold foil, this classic collection of Franklin quotes will inspire anyone who opens its covers.

      Quotations of Benjamin Franklin2003
      4.1
    • Benjamin Franklin

      His Life as He Wrote it

      • 312 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Through Benjamin Franklin's own words, these writings present remarkable insight into the man and his accomplishments as a writer, publisher, scientist, inventor, diplomat, and politician. Additional writings from Franklin's wife and son provide a more intimate portrait of the man who became a legend in his own time. Includes a new introduction.

      Benjamin Franklin1996
    • Fart Proudly

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      A mention of flatulence might conjure up images of bratty high school boys or lowbrow comics. But one of the most eloquent—and least expected—commentators on the subject is Benjamin Franklin. The writings in Fart Proudly reveal the rogue who lived peaceably within the philosopher and statesman. Included are "The Letter to a Royal Academy"; "On Choosing a Mistress"; "Rules on Making Oneself Disagreeable"; and other jibes. Franklin's irrepressible wit found an outlet in perpetrating hoaxes, attacking marriage and other sacred cows, and skewering the English Parliament. Reminding us of the humorous, irreverent side of this American icon, these essays endure as both hilarious satire and a timely reminder of the importance of a free press.

      Fart Proudly1990
      3.8
    • The Way to Wealth

      • 30 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      "The Way to Wealth" is an essay written by Benjamin Franklin in 1758. It is a collection of adages and advice presented in Poor Richard's Almanac during its first 25 years of publication, organized into a speech given by "Father Abraham" to a group of people. Many of the phrases Father Abraham quotes continue to be familiar today. The essay's advice is based on the themes of work ethic and frugality. Some phrases from the almanac quoted in "The Way to Wealth" include: "There are no gains, without pains" "One today is worth two tomorrows" "A life of leisure and a life of laziness are two things" "Get what you can, and what you get hold" "Sloth, like rust, consumes faster than labor wears, while the used key is always bright" "Have you somewhat to do tomorrow, do it today" "The eye of a master will do more work than both his hands" "Early to bed, and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise" "For want of a nail..."

      The Way to Wealth1986
      4.1
    • Autobiography and Other Writings

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Benjamin Franklin's writings represent a long career of literary, scientific, and political efforts over a lifetime. This edition provides a new text of the "Autobiography", established with close reference to Franklin's original manuscript. It also includes a transcription of the 1726 journal.

      Autobiography and Other Writings1982
      3.9
    • Poor Richard's Almanack

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      A collection of Ben Franklin's timeless maxims, rules, and aphorisms.

      Poor Richard's Almanack1975
      4.1
    • The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

      Autobiographie, englische Ausgabe: Second Edition: Prepared & Annotated with an Introduction by the Editors of The Papers of Benjamin Franklin and a New Foreword by Edmund S. Morgan

      • 351 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The text of this celebrated work by the early American statesman and inventor is supplemented by notes on its creation and influence.

      The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin1964
      4.0
    • Životopis Benjamina Franklina rozdělený do čtyř částí vyprávějících každá o jedné etapě života, od dětsví po vysoký věk.

      Vlastní životopis1918