“At the working man’s house, hunger looks in but dares not enter.”
Quote by Benjamin Franklin
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Memoirs of the Life and Writings of (the Same), Continued to the Time of His Death by William Temple Franklin. - London, H. Colburn 1818
Memoirs of the Life and Writings of (the Same), Continued to the Time of His Death by William Temple Franklin is a biographical work that offers a comprehensive look into the life and literary contributions of its subject. The book, published in 1818, was released in London under the imprint of H. Colburn. It provides insights into Franklin's personal journey and his work, chronicling his life from his early years to the end of his life. more
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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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