Benjamin Franklin and the Discovery of Electricity: Separating Fact from Fiction

In 1752, as a thunderstorm approached Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin prepared to conduct a groundbreaking experiment to demonstrate the electrical nature of lightning. While his experiment proved successful, it did not lead to the discovery of electricity as commonly believed. This audiobook delves into the myths surrounding Franklin's experiment, using infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text to distinguish between fact and fiction.