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Franklin wrote his autobiography in the form of an extended letter to his son. While recording the events of his life, he adds instructions for good living which makes this work America’s first “How to Succeed” book. Edited by Frank Woodworth Pine (1869-1919). (Summary by Gary)

Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, The by Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790‪)‬ LibriVox

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Franklin wrote his autobiography in the form of an extended letter to his son. While recording the events of his life, he adds instructions for good living which makes this work America’s first “How to Succeed” book. Edited by Frank Woodworth Pine (1869-1919). (Summary by Gary)

    Chapter 1 Ancestry and Early Youth in Boston

    Chapter 1 Ancestry and Early Youth in Boston

    • 25 min
    Chapter 2 Beginning Life as a Printer

    Chapter 2 Beginning Life as a Printer

    • 24 min
    Chapter 3 Arrival in Philadelphia

    Chapter 3 Arrival in Philadelphia

    • 16 min
    Chapter 4 First Visit to Boston

    Chapter 4 First Visit to Boston

    • 18 min
    Chapter 5 Early Friends in Philadelphia

    Chapter 5 Early Friends in Philadelphia

    • 10 min
    Chapter 6 First Visit to London

    Chapter 6 First Visit to London

    • 29 min

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