1956 'Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin' Hardcover Book
$20.00
1956 Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, Hardcover Book. Measures 8" by 5.25". Good condition. Shows a little age.
Delve into the mind of one of America’s most influential Founding Fathers with this 1956 hardcover edition of the "Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin." This volume is a quintessential addition to any archives collection, offering a firsthand account of Franklin's journey from a printer's apprentice to a world-renowned scientist, inventor, and diplomat. The book is bound in a classic light tan cloth with a distinctive seafoam green title block on the front cover, giving it a clean, mid-century academic aesthetic that feels perfectly at home in a study or a traditional library.
Measuring 8 inches by 5.25 inches, this edition is a significant piece of mid-twenties biographical ephemera. It captures Franklin’s wit, pragmatism, and tireless pursuit of self-improvement—themes that continue to resonate with readers nearly three centuries after they were first penned. This copy remains in good condition, possessing an authentic vintage character with light signs of age that highlight its seventy-year history. Whether you are a student of American history or a collector of fine vintage literature, this 1956 printing serves as a tactile connection to the foundational stories of the United States. Its understated design and historical importance make it an excellent choice for a scholarly display or as a thoughtful gift for a history enthusiast.
This item is vintage, approximately 70 years old.
Delve into the mind of one of America’s most influential Founding Fathers with this 1956 hardcover edition of the "Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin." This volume is a quintessential addition to any archives collection, offering a firsthand account of Franklin's journey from a printer's apprentice to a world-renowned scientist, inventor, and diplomat. The book is bound in a classic light tan cloth with a distinctive seafoam green title block on the front cover, giving it a clean, mid-century academic aesthetic that feels perfectly at home in a study or a traditional library.
Measuring 8 inches by 5.25 inches, this edition is a significant piece of mid-twenties biographical ephemera. It captures Franklin’s wit, pragmatism, and tireless pursuit of self-improvement—themes that continue to resonate with readers nearly three centuries after they were first penned. This copy remains in good condition, possessing an authentic vintage character with light signs of age that highlight its seventy-year history. Whether you are a student of American history or a collector of fine vintage literature, this 1956 printing serves as a tactile connection to the foundational stories of the United States. Its understated design and historical importance make it an excellent choice for a scholarly display or as a thoughtful gift for a history enthusiast.
This item is vintage, approximately 70 years old.