The True Story Of Benjamin Franklin : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162940786 : 1162940786 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""The True Story of Benjamin Franklin: The American Statesman"" by Elbridge S. Brooks is a comprehensive biography of one of the most celebrated figures in American history. The book chronicles the life of Benjamin Franklin, from his humble beginnings as the son of a candle maker to his rise to prominence as a statesman, scientist, inventor, and writer.The book covers Franklin's early years in Boston, his apprenticeship as a printer, and his eventual move to Philadelphia, where he established himself as a successful businessman and community leader. It also delves into his scientific experiments, including his famous kite experiment, and his contributions to the fields of electricity and meteorology.As a statesman, Franklin played a key role in the American Revolution, serving as a diplomat in France and helping to negotiate the Treaty of Paris that ended the war. He also played a si