Franklin's Way to Wealth; or, "Poor Richard Improved"
Franklin, Benjamin
Category: Maxims, American
The text you provided is a portion of Benjamin Franklin's satirical essay, "The Way to Wealth." It was written under the pseudonym Richard Saunders and first published in 1758. In this piece, Saunders delivers a speech to a crowd who has gathered for an auction, advocating for hard work, frugality, prudence, and self-discipline as the keys to prosperity.
The text is divided into four sections:
1. Industry - Saunders emphasizes the importance of working diligently and making a living by one's own efforts.
2. Frugality - He advises against wastefulness, encouraging people to save money for the future.
3. Prudence - Saunders encourages careful planning and sound decision-making in financial matters.
4. Charity - He underscores the importance of helping those less fortunate, acknowledging that prosperity can be fleeting without divine blessings.
Throughout the speech, Franklin uses his pseudonym Richard Saunders to reference himself repeatedly, drawing attention to the wisdom and advice he has provided over the years. The text serves as a reminder of Franklin's enduring influence on American thought and values.
The text is divided into four sections:
1. Industry - Saunders emphasizes the importance of working diligently and making a living by one's own efforts.
2. Frugality - He advises against wastefulness, encouraging people to save money for the future.
3. Prudence - Saunders encourages careful planning and sound decision-making in financial matters.
4. Charity - He underscores the importance of helping those less fortunate, acknowledging that prosperity can be fleeting without divine blessings.
Throughout the speech, Franklin uses his pseudonym Richard Saunders to reference himself repeatedly, drawing attention to the wisdom and advice he has provided over the years. The text serves as a reminder of Franklin's enduring influence on American thought and values.
Summary
The text you provided is a portion of Benjamin Franklin's satirical essay, "The Way to Wealth." It was written under the pseudonym Richard Saunders and first published in 1758. In this piece, Saunders delivers a speech to a crowd who has gathered for an auction, advocating for hard work, frugality, prudence, and self-discipline as the keys to prosperity.
The text is divided into four sections:
1. Industry - Saunders emphasizes the importance of working diligently and making a living by one's own efforts.
2. Frugality - He advises against wastefulness, encouraging people to save money for the future.
3. Prudence - Saunders encourages careful planning and sound decision-making in financial matters.
4. Charity - He underscores the importance of helping those less fortunate, acknowledging that prosperity can be fleeting without divine blessings.
Throughout the speech, Franklin uses his pseudonym Richard Saunders to reference himself repeatedly, drawing attention to the wisdom and advice he has provided over the years. The text serves as a reminder of Franklin's enduring influence on American thought and values.
The text is divided into four sections:
1. Industry - Saunders emphasizes the importance of working diligently and making a living by one's own efforts.
2. Frugality - He advises against wastefulness, encouraging people to save money for the future.
3. Prudence - Saunders encourages careful planning and sound decision-making in financial matters.
4. Charity - He underscores the importance of helping those less fortunate, acknowledging that prosperity can be fleeting without divine blessings.
Throughout the speech, Franklin uses his pseudonym Richard Saunders to reference himself repeatedly, drawing attention to the wisdom and advice he has provided over the years. The text serves as a reminder of Franklin's enduring influence on American thought and values.
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