A Great Improvisation
Franklin, France, and the Birth of America
Book • 2005
In 'A Great Improvisation,' Stacy Schiff masterfully recounts Benjamin Franklin's eight-year mission to France, where he secured crucial support for the American Revolution.
The book highlights Franklin's diplomatic prowess and the significant role France played in America's fight for independence.
Schiff's narrative is both engaging and informative, offering a unique perspective on Franklin's life and the birth of America.
The book highlights Franklin's diplomatic prowess and the significant role France played in America's fight for independence.
Schiff's narrative is both engaging and informative, offering a unique perspective on Franklin's life and the birth of America.
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