“Wherever desirable superfluities are imported, industry is excited, and thereby plenty is produced. Were only necessaries permitted to be purchased, men would work no more than was necessary for that purpose.”
Quote by Benjamin Franklin
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The Works with His Life /Franklin, Benjamin
This compilation includes Franklin's essays, scientific experiments, political writings, and personal anecdotes, offering a comprehensive view of his intellectual and personal life. more
Author
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was a prominent figure in American history, serving as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was a statesman, scientist, inventor, and writer, born on January 17, 1706, and died on April 17, 1790. Franklin is renowned for his contributions to electricity, his support for the American colonial independence movement, and his successful diplomatic efforts in France. more
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