“There are no ugly loves nor handsome prisons.”
Quote by Benjamin Franklin
Work
Autobiography and Other Writings
This compilation includes a personal account of the author's life, along with a selection of essays, letters, and other written pieces that showcase the author's diverse writing style and thematic concerns. 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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