The Autobiography and Other Writings

A comprehensive and insightful compilation of Benjamin Franklin’s The Autobiography and other essays which offers an in-depth look into the life of America’s most fascinating Founding Father.. Benjamin Franklin was a true Renaissance man: writer publisher scientist inventor diplomat and politician. During his long life he offered advice on attaining wealth organized public institutions contributed to the birth of a nation and negotiated with foreign powers to ensure his country’s survival.   Through the words of the elder statesman himself The Autobiography and Other Writings presents a remarkable insight into the man and his accomplishments. Additional writings from Benjamin Franklin’s wife and son provide a more intimate portrait of the husband and father who became a legend in his own time.   Edited by L. Jesse Lemich With an Introduction by Walter Isaacson and an Afterword by Carla Mulford