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The Education of Henry Adams · Character

Benjamin Franklin

American founding father, a historical reference.

minor

Also known as Franklin

First appearance: i quincy 1838 1848

Benjamin Franklin shows up with force in A Dynamic Theory of History (1904). The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as another figure who attracted natural forces, by flying a kite.
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In A Dynamic Theory of History (1904): Mentioned as another figure who attracted natural forces, by flying a kite. Later, in A Law of Acceleration (1904): Cited alongside Volta as an example of absolute creation of…

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JMJames M. MasonTWThurlow WeedWHWilliam Holman…JRJean-Jacques R…SCSimon CameronBFBenjamin Franklin

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Historical and Confederate Figures
  • Diverse Acquaintances and Historical References
  • Journalists, Scientists, and Artists
  • Political and Diplomatic Figures

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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