The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1791)

By Benjamin Franklin | Retold by A.C. Clark
117 pages

What if your son could learn the secrets to success, character, and self-reliance from one of the greatest minds in American history?

Benjamin Franklin’s Autobiography is a timeless blueprint for a well-lived life, but the original 18th-century language can be a challenge for today's readers. This faithful retelling by My Son's Library removes that barrier, transforming this classic work into an engaging and accessible adventure for a new generation.

This is not just a reprint; it is a complete experience, designed specifically for young men. It preserves the full, fascinating story of the runaway apprentice who became a world-renowned inventor, diplomat, and founding father, while making his profound wisdom more understandable and actionable than ever before.

Inside this unique edition, you will discover:

• A Story for Today: The complete autobiography, faithfully retold in clear, modern prose that brings Franklin's witty and wise voice to life for the 21st-century reader.

• The Franklin Project Workbook: This book goes beyond the story. It includes a hands-on workbook to help readers apply Franklin’s famous methods for self-improvement, including his 13 Virtues and daily schedule, all adapted for the challenges and distractions of modern life.

• Exclusive Supplemental Chapters: Go deeper with specially prepared sections, written in Franklin’s voice, on his incredible inventions, what life was really like in the American colonies, and the timeless lessons on character and success drawn from his experiences.
  

Perfect for boys and young men, students of American history, and any family that believes in building strong character through timeless stories.

Benjamin Franklin’s life is the original American adventure. It proves that a life of purpose and success is not a matter of luck, but of design.