"Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery that Baffled All of France" by Iacopo Bruno tells the fascinating story of Benjamin Franklin's journey to France during the 18th century. Amid the intrigue of the Enlightenment, Franklin encounters the enigmatic Franz Anton Mesmer, a physician who claims to harness a mysterious force for healing. As Mesmer's popularity grows and his methods attract both acclaim and skepticism, Franklin, armed with his scientific curiosity and rational mindset, is determined to investigate. This tale explores themes of science, belief, and the clash of ideas, showcasing Franklin's critical thinking in an era filled with wonder and superstition. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.

There are 48 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2017 by Candlewick Press, U. S. .

Mara Rockliff has authored many books for children, including: Anything But Ordinary Addie: The True Story of Adelaide Herrmann, Queen of Magic ; Around America to Win the Vote ; and Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery that Baffled All of France . She lives in Pennsylvania. Iacopo Bruno is a graphic artist and illustrator who lives in Italy.