Benjamin Franklinstein Lives!
“Benjamin Franklinstein Lives!” by Matthew McElligott is a reprint edition published by Penguin Young Readers Group in August 2011, featuring 121 pages in English. This engaging story follows Victor Godwin, a serious-minded boy genius from Philadelphia, who uncovers a remarkable secret: Ben Franklin has been in suspended animation for over 200 years and is hidden in Victor’s basement. When an accident revives Franklin, chaos ensues as he transforms into a monster craving electricity, all while Victor aims for first place in the school science fair.
Readers will find a blend of humor and adventure as Victor navigates the challenges of having a historical figure as an unexpected ally. The narrative explores themes of science and technology, with elements of horror and humor woven throughout. As Victor juggles his science fair ambitions and the unpredictable antics of a reawakened Ben Franklin, the story promises a unique take on the intersection of history and imagination. This edition invites young readers to enjoy a whimsical journey filled with monsters and scientific curiosity.
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Victor Godwin, a serious-minded boy genius living in Philadelphia, discovers that Ben Franklin never died – he was put into suspended animation, and was hidden away for more than 200 years in Victor’s basement! An accident re-awakens Ben centuries before he was supposed to be, and there’s a problem – when Ben runs low on energy, he turns into a rampaging monster desperately hungry for electricity! All this while Victor is trying to take first place in the school science fair. But with one of history’s preeminent scientists helping out, what could go wrong?
“Victor is one of the funniest nerds in children’s literature.” – School Library Journal
“A welcome diversion to pass the hours between scoring science-fair ribbons and exploding . . . home chemistry sets.” – Booklist
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