Amanda Culver HIST 328 Book Review 1 Benjamin Franklin lived a highly productive life as a printer (as well as becoming an honored statesman) and he practiced living modestly, honestly and diligently. In his autobiography, written as a letter to his son, Franklin describes how he lived his life with a strong work ethic and moral character. Benjamin Franklin's autobiography illustrates some of the ideal aspects of the national character that we think of when asked to …showed first 75 words of 593 total…

…showed last 75 words of 593 total…everything. Benjamin Franklin was an excellent example of the ideal American character. He was educated in many subjects, most importantly that of life and how to live it modestly, honestly and diligently. If Americans were to strive for excellence, they may want to look toward Franklin's example for a starting point and guidance. He is one of the first people one would come up with when asked for an example of the ideal American character.