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Autobiography
Book • 1791
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is a seminal work that spans several decades of Franklin's life, from his childhood in Boston to his later years as a respected statesman and scientist.
The autobiography is divided into four parts, each written during different periods of his life.
It covers his apprenticeship to his brother James, his early career as a printer and publisher, his experiments with electricity, and his civic and political involvements.
The work is notable for its insights into Franklin's personal life, his pursuit of moral perfection, and his contributions to American history and culture.
The autobiography is divided into four parts, each written during different periods of his life.
It covers his apprenticeship to his brother James, his early career as a printer and publisher, his experiments with electricity, and his civic and political involvements.
The work is notable for its insights into Franklin's personal life, his pursuit of moral perfection, and his contributions to American history and culture.
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as an example of someone who prioritized deep work over constant busyness.


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as an author whose autobiography he read for the first time.


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