Benjamin Franklin
Born: 01-16-1706
Benjamin Franklin was an American polymath known for his contributions as a founding father, inventor, and diplomat. Born in 1706, he played a crucial role in the American Enlightenment and the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. Franklin's inventions include the lightning rod and bifocals. As a prolific writer, his works like "Poor Richard's Almanack" reflect his wit and wisdom. He died in 1790, leaving a legacy of innovation and civic leadership.
Book summaries for books written by Benjamin Franklin
Quotes
Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
There are no gains without pains.
He that waits upon fortune, is never sure of a dinner.
Three removes are as bad as a fire.
At the working man's house hunger looks in, but dares not enter.
God helps them that help themselves.
Necessity never made a good bargain.
A penny saved is a penny earned.
Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship.
Half the truth is often a great lie.
Keep your eyes wide open before marriage, half shut afterwards.
The learned fool writes his nonsense in better language than the unlearned, but it is still nonsense.