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Lightning in the age of Benjamin Franklin facts and fictions in science, religion, and art Jan Wim Buisman ; translated by Lee Preedy

Introduction: Lightning after Franklin 1. A New Invention 2. The Introduction of the Lightning Rod in the Netherlands 3. Eighteenth-Century Physical Theories on Thunderstorms 4. Official Religion 5.
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Stealing God's thunder : Benjamin Franklin's lightning rod and the invention of America / Philip Dray

"Cotton Mather, dam you, with a pox to you!" -- Made at Philadelphia -- A subject of serene contemplation -- The mighty hand of God -- Electric ambassador -- The science of freedom Summary A biography ...
Delaware Gazette

Ben Franklin – founding father, scientist, diplomat

This Saturday, Jan. 17, marks Benjamin Franklin’s birthday — his 320th, as a matter of fact! He was born in Boston in 1706 ...
La Crosse Tribune

Franklin and lightning

This week's question was asked by Trinity Olivia Jones, grade 3 at Miller Elementary School. Teacher: Amy Stoffregen. QUESTION: Why did Benjamin Franklin fly a kite in the rain when there was thunder ...