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Wit and Wisdom from Poor Richard's Almanack
64 pages, 1999
philosophy
711 booksThe first edition of Poor Richard's Almanac was published in 1732 when Benjamin Franklin was 26 years old. It contained weather predictions, recipes, and jokes, along with delightful sayings—many of them proverbs from the past.
This handy little book presents hundreds of these charming maxims, carefully selected from a number of Franklin's almanacs. Arranged in nearly 30 categories (eating and drinking; men, women, and marriage; friendships; money and frugality; religion; professions and occupations), 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 neighbor, but don't pull down your hedge.
Benjamin Franklin emphasizes the importance of time. He suggests that time is money and wasting it is like throwing away your hard-earned cash. So, if you're someone who often finds themselves procrastinating, you might want to check out Franklin's advice on time management.
In Wit and Wisdom from Poor Richard's Almanack, Franklin highlights the significance of being frugal. He believes that a penny saved is a penny earned. If you're struggling with your finances, this book might offer you some valuable insights.
Franklin firmly believes in the power of knowledge. He encourages readers to never stop learning because an investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. If you're a lifelong learner, you'll definitely find resonance with his thoughts.
He stresses the importance of honesty in all aspects of life. According to Franklin, honesty is the best policy and it's better to be hurt by the truth than comforted with a lie. If you're looking for some moral guidance, this book is a great place to start.
The book also explores the significance of hard work. Franklin suggests that diligence is the mother of good luck. So, if you're feeling stuck in your career or personal life, you might want to take a look at his wisdom on hard work.
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