Wit and Wisdom from Poor Richard's Almanack (Dover Thrift Editions: Speeches/Quotations)

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Book Synopsis: First published in 1732 by Benjamin Franklin when he was just 26, Poor Richard's Almanack was issued annually for the next 25 years. Extremely popular with readers of the day, the Almanack was a fascinating compilation of weather predictions, recipes, jokes, and delightful aphorisms — many representing Franklin's common-sense philosophy, and others, proverbs from the past.

This handy little volume presents hundreds of these charming maxims, carefully selected from a number of Franklin's “almanacks.” Arranged in nearly 30 categories (eating and drinking; men, women, and marriage; friendships; money and frugality; religion; professions and occupations, etc.), they include such familiar phrases as:

Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.
Haste makes waste.
Love your Neighbour; yet don't pulldown your Hedge.
He that lies down with Dogs, shall rise up with fleas.
Hunger never saw bad bread.
He's a Fool that makes his Doctor his Heir.
He that has not got a Wife, is not yet a compleat Man.

An ideal sourcebook for writers, public speakers, and students, this practical and entertaining little book will also delight general readers with its rich store of time-honored folk wisdom.

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Looking for a dose of wit and wisdom? Look no further than Poor Richard's Almanack, a timeless collection of speeches and quotations by Benjamin Franklin. Published in 1732 and cherished by readers for 25 years, this Dover Thrift Editions book is a treasure trove of weather predictions, recipes, jokes, and aphorisms that will entertain and inspire.

Delve into Franklin's common-sense philosophy and uncover proverbs from the past as you explore this fascinating compilation. Organized into almost 30 categories, including eating and drinking, friendships, money and frugality, and religion, this handy volume offers a vast selection of charming maxims.

From timeless classics like "Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise" to lesser-known gems like "Hunger never saw bad bread," this book is a rich source of folk wisdom that will leave you pondering and smiling.

Whether you're a writer seeking inspiration, a student in need of references, or simply a curious reader, Poor Richard's Almanack is your ideal sourcebook. Uncover the secrets of life with each turn of the page and let Franklin guide you towards a path of enlightenment.

Don't miss out on this practical and entertaining little book that has stood the test of time. Click here to get your hands on Poor Richard's Almanack and discover the wit and wisdom of Benjamin Franklin today!

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