The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin: The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Audiobook

" Excellent look at Franklin's life and times. "

" Great book and very interesting. H. W. Brands always does a fine biography. For example, I also enjoyed his book on Theodore Roosevelt. "

" This is a worthwhile read, but it is far from a fun read. Brands doesn't spare a single detail, for better or worse. Expect to put in some work to get through this one. "

" Holy crap, this guy was a bas ass. "

" Quite possibly the best biography I have ever read. I literally teared up during the final chapter, not because of any maudlin sentiment or contrived drama in the st, but because of a real sense of loss at the passing of a truly extraordinary individual. "

" This was the last book that made me really want to cry. Ben Franklin was the bomb, yo. Where would we be without him? "

" I'll admit it, I didn't finish the book. Very, very informative but it's a difficult read. "

" One of the best books I've read in my life! I just read it for the second time recently, and was just as impressed. Ben Franklin is my HERO!!! "

" Excellent bio of Franklin and develops how Franklin came to the realization that he was truly an American and not British. "

" Very detailed description of Ben Franklin. I found myself intrigued and wanting to go back in time and hang out with him for a drink. Ben Franklin- one cool guy! "

" Great and readable study of Franklin "

" This is a great biography of one of America's premiere founders. Brand does a great job of reporting the facts of Franklin's life, without boring the reader, in fact, it was so highly interesting that if I could, I would have read it all in one sitting. "

" I really enjoyed it. Very well done - read like a story. Ben Rocks! "

" Interesting book and great man. I enjoyed reading about his life -- although it was not a fast read. "

" Excellent history and insights into the man. "

" Benjamin Franklin is one of the most interesting characters to study in American History. This volume by H.W. Brands thoroughly covers the life and times of Mr. Franklin, yet doesn't bore the reader to tears. "

" This is a fascinating biography of Ben Franklin. The man led a truly inspiring life and was most certainly one of the most brilliant minds who ever lived. A must read for anyone who loves history. "

" Awesome, detailed biography of Benjamin Franklin from his early childhood in Boston up to his death in Philadelphia. A bit on the long side at nearly 800 pages but well worth the time. One of the most interesting biographies I have read. "

" This book was well written, and I learned a great deal about colonial America. Details were abundant, and there were many direct quotes. I gave this book three starts instead of more simply because it was long. "

" Well written and well researched. I enjoyed it a great deal. Did a good job of covering most of Franklin's life. "

" A great portrait of Ben Franklin and the struggle to become America. It provides a great reminder of the cornerstones of this country. Some of which are getting lost. "

" I'm predisposed to like anything written on Ben Franklin and this is no exception. Well researched- sometimes exhaustively so, it adds to my understanding of a complex and amazing man. "

" How much do you know about this man. Also, how much do you know about the founding of our nation. Franklin was against the split for most of the early years, but later served an invaluable asset in France. It also debunks some of the myths about his promiscuity. "

" This is such an interesting book and it's not a boring history at all it read like a novel. "

" Fantastic book. I think that H.W. Brands is one of the best writers out there. "

" This biorgraphy pays special attention to Benjamin Franklin's inclinations toward philosophy and natural science in addition to his political contributions. Its scope makes it more interesting that McCullough's biographies, but it is not as well written. "

" Well written and well researched. I enjoyed it a great deal. Did a good job of covering most of Franklin's life. "

" My most favorite book of all time. So well researched and written that I actually felt like Franklin was a close friend. "

" Read this book in 2008. Brutal to get through, did not make it to the end. "

" Long and drawn out. You would think one of the more interesting people in the founding of this nation would have a more interesting biography. "

" Well written, entertaining read, excellent research. There is much to admire in this multi-faceted personality who may have been first to perceive America's potential as an independent nation. "

" This is the first book I have selected in my quest to learn more about the founding of America. I will attempt to read a biography on each President in order, plus other historical books that tie together major events. "