He established the first library in America from "summary" of Benjamin Franklin by Walter Isaacson
In colonial America, the idea of a public library was virtually unheard of. Books were rare and expensive, usually only found in the homes of the wealthy or in academic institutions. However, Benjamin Franklin saw the value of making knowledge more accessible to the public.
In 1731, Franklin and a group of his friends founded the Library Company of Philadelphia. This was the first library in America that was open to the public. The members of the Library Company pooled their resources to purchase books that could be borrowed by anyone who paid a subscription fee.
The library was not just a collection of books; it was a place where people could gather to discuss ideas and learn from each other. Franklin believed that an informed citizenry was essential for a healthy democracy, and he saw the library...
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