The Story of Benjamin Franklin by James Baldwin

The Story of Benjamin Franklin by James Baldwin

The Story of Benjamin Franklin was published in Baldwin's book for young Americans, Four Great Americans: Washington, Franklin, Webster, Lincoln (1897). Perfect for young or reluctant readers who are building confidence with chapter books.

Table of Content

To the Young Reader

Chapter 1 The Whistle

Chapter 2 School Days

Chapter 3 The Boys and the Wharf

Chapter 4 Choosing a Trade

Chapter 5 How Franklin Educated Himself

Chapter 6 Farewell to Boston

Chapter 7 The First Day in Philadelphia

Chapter 8 Governor William Keith

Chapter 9 The Return to Philadelphia

Chapter 10 The First Visit to England

Chapter 11 A Leading Man in Philadelphia

Chapter 12 Franklin's Rules of Life

Chapter 13 Franklin's Services to the Colonies

Chapter 14 Franklin's Wonderful Kite

Chapter 15 The Last Years