Cambridge University Press - The Cambridge Companion To Benjamin Franklin - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: Comprehensive and accessible this Companion addresses several well - known themes in the study of Franklin and his writings while also showing Franklin in conversation with his British and European counterparts in science philosophy and social theory. Specially commissioned chapters written by scholars well - known in their respective fields examine Franklin's writings and his life with a new sophistication placing Franklin in his cultural milieu while revealing the complexities of his intellectual literary social and political views. Individual chapters take up several traditional topics such as Franklin and the American dream Franklin and capitalism and Franklin's views of American national character. Other chapters delve into Franklin's library and his philosophical views on morality religion science and the Enlightenment and explore his continuing influence in American culture. This Companion will be essential reading for students and scholars of American literature history and culture.
Title: The Cambridge Companion To Benjamin Franklin
Brand: Cambridge University Press
Barcode: 9780521691864
Pages: 206 Pages, 2 Halftones, Unspecified
Publication Date: 1/15/2009
Series: Cambridge Companions to American Studies
Category: Literary Studies: General