The autobiography and essays of Dr. Benjamin Franklin is an unaltered, high-quality reprint of the original edition from 1864. This collection offers a deep insight into the life and thoughts of one of the most significant Founding Fathers of the United States. Franklin, known for his versatile talents as a scientist, inventor, and statesman, shares his experiences, beliefs, and philosophical views in his essays and autobiographical writings. The publication by Hansebooks aims to preserve and make historical literature accessible by reissuing works that are often available only as antiques. This edition is significant not only for historians and literature enthusiasts but also for anyone interested in the development of American identity and the ideas of the Enlightenment.