essay that engages with gender in Franklin’s The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. After reading the first eight chapters of the book write an essay which describes male and female spaces. Another words, how does Franklin’s early life experiences showcase the social construction of gender in early United States history. Make sure you mention both men and women and use specific examples to back your ideas. Your paper should follow the basic essay format of an introduction, body, and conclusion. Use the introduction to present general information important in contextualizing gender inThe Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin—here you can summarize the book. At the end of the introduction, form an argument that clearly states how you intend to talk about gender in the paper. Finally, use the conclusion to raise any concerns or problems you may have with the book. If you found Franklin’s work compelling, state why you think this is a strong contribution to the field of history. Remember, this is a response paper, not a book summary
