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Benjamin Franklin

by Walter Isaacson · 2003

Walter Isaacson's biography of Franklin as inventor, diplomat, writer, and institution builder.

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Documented citation: Benjamin Franklin provided Musk with another model of invention and public ambition.

Documented citation 7 books recommended by Elon Musk that helped shape his thoughts

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The Economic Times · 2026-06-18 · accessed 2026-06-18

The article lists Benjamin Franklin: An American Life among books recommended by Musk.

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