A Biographical and Critical Study Based Mainly on his own Writings Bruce, Wiliam Cabell 1860-1946 creator text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Benjamin Franklin; Self-Revealed, Volume 2" by William Cabell Bruce is a biographical and critical study focused on the life and achievements of Benjamin Franklin, likely written in the early 20th century. The book examines Franklin's multifaceted character, touching upon his roles as a businessperson, statesman, scientist, and writer, primarily through his own writings and accounts. The first volume serves to portray Franklin not only as a significant historical figure but also as a relatable human being whose values and experiences resonate through time. The opening of the second volume begins with an exploration of Franklin's personal characteristics, emphasizing the robust nature of his character, intellect, and integrity. It describes how his personality drew a great number of friends and kept them throughout various stages of his life, showcasing his courage, self-control, and unwavering commitment to honesty. It also highlights his dry sense of humor and profound understanding of human nature, which contributed to his widespread respect and admiration. Bruce conveys a sense of warmth and complexity surrounding Franklin's life, setting the stage for a deeper analysis of his various contributions and the impact he had on both his contemporaries and future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benjamin_Franklin,_Self-Revealed Release date is 2011-08-15 Produced by David Edwards, Josephine Paolucc and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790 E300 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36897 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36897 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133836.0 36897