“It is ill-manners to silence a fool and cruelty to let him go on”
Quote by Benjamin Franklin
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Wit and Wisdom from Poor Richard's Almanack
This book gathers a selection of Benjamin Franklin's wit and wisdom, drawn from his popular Poor Richard's Almanack, offering insights into his thoughts on life, work, and character. 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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