Crowley County Combined Library

Now printed from the manuscript as Franklin wrote it, and including his preliminary outline; with an introduction by Carl Van Doren and drawings by William Sharp. A limited edition, bound in genuine leather. Shelved in the "Classics" section.

Describes the life and many notable accomplishments of the American printer, businessman, inventor, community leader, and statesman.

This book introduces readers to the life of one of our country's first leaders, Alexander Hamilton, who helped create the United States as we know it today. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, a timeline, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned...

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin, who was famous as a printer, inventor, scientist, and statesman.

This book surveys the life of Aaron Burr, a hero of the American Revolution who later served as a senator from New York and Vice President under Jefferson, but who is best remembered for his duel with Alexander Hamilton.

Wood scrutinizes the less typically-American traits possessed by Franklin--such as his longtime loyalty to the Crown--and why he still became one of the Revolution's necessary men. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Benjamin Franklin is the Founding Father who winks at us. An ambitious urban entrepreneur who rose up the social ladder, from leather-aproned shopkeeper to dining with kings, he seems made of flesh rather than of marble. In bestselling author Walter Isaacson's vivid and witty full-scale biography, we discover why Franklin seems to turn to us from history's stage with eyes that twinkle from behind his new-fangled spectacles. By bringing Franklin to...

Text and illustrations explore the early life, career, and talents of invetor Benjamin Franklin, most known for his advances in electricity.