Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson

This definitive biography chronicles the life of America’s most versatile Founding Father, tracing his transformation from a printer’s apprentice into an inventor, diplomat, and statesman. Highlighting his practical wisdom and scientific curiosity, the narrative explores how his pragmatic philosophy shaped American identity. It illuminates his pivotal role in drafting the Declaration of Independence, securing French support for the Revolution, and steering the Constitutional Convention.