Franklin’s Way to Wealth

By Benjamin Franklin

Franklin’s Way to Wealth - Benjamin Franklin
  • Release Date: 2014-09-03
  • Genre: Self-Improvement
Score: 4.5
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From 223 Ratings

Description

This is an essay written by Benjamin Franklin in 1758. It is a collection of adages and advice presented in Poor Richard's Almanac during its first 25 years of publication, organized into a speech given by Father Abraham to a group of people. Many of the phrases Father Abraham quotes continue to be familiar today. The essay's advice is based on the themes of work ethic and frugality. This book is considered to be the first American book on personal finance.

Reviews

  • Required reading

    5
    By ksjhawku81
    I really needed to read this and in our current culture it could be helpful to many people.
  • Excellent

    5
    By 308P
    Excellent
  • Take the notes to Dissect

    5
    By daydaybro
    Ready to be frugal
  • Wisdom

    5
    By VMartinsJnr
    Wisdom laden!
  • It all makes sense now.

    5
    By James Maribel
    My grandmother used all of these phrases most of her life. I always thought she was some sort of untapped genius in the world. Obviously now I know, she was an avid reader of ‘Poor Richard’s Almanac’. I still love her though. ~ D
  • There is nothing new under the Sun

    5
    By Shaheem238
    Franklin’s intended message to his son, is truly a treasure trove of wisdom for all to access and learn.
  • Book review

    5
    By Win Zawko
    Not enough to rate with five stars.
  • Loved it

    5
    By Cjfkfjfjenptuqilg
    -As a Lover of Proverbs from the Bible I found this to be very much according to many verses there. -Simple yet Deep talk about Industry and wealth, Sloth and poverty, and more.
  • Quick Speech

    5
    By Ross_Wallstreet
    📚🤓
  • Wealth advice

    2
    By MyTwitzWorld
    Ben trying to give wealth advice