Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Calendar Of The Papers Of Benjamin Franklin In The Library Of The University Pennsylvania (1908)"" by Mrs. Lightner Witmer is a comprehensive guide to the papers of Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The book is a catalogue of the papers held in the library of the University of Pennsylvania, which were donated to the university by Franklin's grandson, William Temple Franklin.The book contains a detailed inventory of the papers, including letters, manuscripts, and other documents, arranged chronologically and by subject matter. The papers cover the period from 1726 to 1790, and include Franklin's personal and professional correspondence, as well as his scientific and political writings.In addition to the inventory, the book also includes a biographical sketch of Franklin, as well as an introduction to the collection and its history. The book is an invaluable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the life and work of Benjamin Franklin, and provides a fascinating insight into the man and his times.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
