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Poor Richards Almanack
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First published by Benjamin Franklin in 1732, “Poor Richard’s Almanack” was a guide to both weather forecasts and wise sayings. ... Second only to the bible, “Poor Richard’s Almanack” was one of the most popular and purchased publications in colonial America. ...
Franklin wrote “Poor Richard’s Almanack” as a service to the American people, hoping to educate them and entice their intellectual cravings. ... From guidance on friendship to a prediction on the season’s weather, “Poor Richard’s Almanack” was a must-have on every colonists list.
“Poor Richard’s Almanack” contained advice and readings having to do with many various subjects including women, marriage, economy, servants, wit, law, food, security, wealth, virtue, communication, friendship, and time.
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Title: Poor Richards Almanack
Words: 510
Rating: None
Pages: 2
submitted by: jrrydrpnoy
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