The Mentor: Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 6, Num. 7, Serial No. 155, May 15, 1918

"The Mentor: Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 6, Num. 7, Serial No. 155, May 15, 1918" by Hart is a biographical publication produced in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the life and contributions of Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s Founding Fathers, highlighting his roles as a statesman, scientist, and philosopher. The publication captures the essence of Franklin's diverse talents and provides insights into his impact on American history. The book explores various facets of Franklin's life, starting from his humble beginnings in Boston to his pivotal role in the American Revolution and his achievements in diplomacy, science, and literature. It recounts his early life, his rise in the printing business, and his groundbreaking scientific experiments, such as his famous kite experiment which established the connection between lightning and electricity. Additionally, it illustrates his contributions to the American political landscape, including his participation in the Continental Congress and his involvement in drafting the Declaration of Independence. Ultimately, the book presents Franklin as a self-made polymath whose ideas and actions greatly influenced the founding and shaping of the United States. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Albert Bushnell Hart was an American historian, writer, and editor based at Harvard University. One of the first generation of professionally trained historians in the United States, a prolific author and editor of historical works, Albert Bushnell Hart became, as Samuel Eliot Morison described him, "The Grand Old Man" of American history, looking the part with his "patriarchal full beard and flowing moustaches."