Poor Richard's Alamanac
A brief biographical sketch of Franklin's life, followed by a collection of 670 aphorisms, apothegms, or proverbs - short, pithy, instructive sayings.
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Join the author as he vividly recounts his experiences as a private in the Army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War. He delves into the daily hardships of hunger, sickness, and the constant threat of battle, while also sharing the enduring...
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A brief biographical sketch of Franklin's life, followed by a collection of 670 aphorisms, apothegms, or proverbs - short, pithy, instructive sayings.
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