Publication

2006 - Stackpole Books, Mechanicsburg, PA, Pennsylvania

Language

English

Word Count

22,000 words, Guess

Page Count

88 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number2005024730
  • Goodreads573160

Classifications

  • DDC917.48/11
  • LCCF158.18 .H86 2006

Description

In celebration of Benjamin Franklin's 300th birthday, this unique, user-friendly guide follows the Founding Father's footsteps through Philadelphia. The author takes a chronological journey through surviving landmarks from Franklin's time and the sites that preserve his legacy today. On his way, he speaks to curators, park rangers, and even Franklin impersonators to tell the story of this fascinating American icon.

Subjects

Topics

ToursHistoryBiographyGuidebooksHomes and hauntsHistoric buildingsRevolution, 1775-1783

Genres

  • Biography.
  • Guidebooks.
  • Tours.

Other Editions

  • Ben Franklin's Philadelphia: A GuideStackpole Books2006-01-01

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