Recovering Benjamin Franklin : An Exploration of a Life of Science and Service

Benjamin Franklin, a great philosopher? James Campbell, a Professor of Philosophy & one of the foremost authorities on Pragmatism, argues that the image of Franklin as cultural icon & ingenious dabbler has concealed his strictly philosophical achievement. After a detailed examination of Franklin¿s surprisingly rich conceptions in four areas -- science, religion, morality, & politics -- Professor Campbell identifies Franklin as an early figure in the Pragmatic movement, his contribution similar in importance to those of Emerson, James, & Dewey. Campbell¿s book is learned, balanced, & informative. His section on 'Equality, Race, & Slavery¿ has been praised as ¿philosophical biography at its best, fairly & fascinatingly written.¿Campbell, James is the author of 'Recovering Benjamin Franklin : An Exploration of a Life of Science and Service', published 2008 under ISBN 9781422394250 and ISBN 1422394255.