Benjamin Franklin's greatest invention : himself
Graduation Date
2006
Document Type
Thesis
Program
Other
Program
Thesis (M.A.)--Humboldt State University, Social Science, Teaching American History, 2006
Committee Chair Name
Rodney M. Sievers
Committee Chair Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Keywords
Benjamin Franklin, Humboldt State University -- Theses -- Social Science, Humboldt State University -- Theses -- Teaching American History
Abstract
There has been a recent resurgence in scholarly books about the Founding Fathers. One in particular, Benjamin Franklin, has been the subject of numerous books the past few years. Some of his recent popularity can be attributed to the tercentenary of his birth date on January 17, 2006. The rest of the credit goes to his recent biographers. As modern authors contemplate this extraordinary man, so does this historiography. It examines the many images portrayed by Franklin. Whether he was a young apprentice, a business owner, or an elder statesman; Franklin focused on and perfected the image he wanted to portray to others.
Recommended Citation
Newby, Debra Alto, "Benjamin Franklin's greatest invention : himself" (2006). Cal Poly Humboldt theses and projects. 1951.
https://digitalcommons.humboldt.edu/etd/1951
https://scholarworks.calstate.edu/concern/theses/pk02cc95v