Franklin wrote and published Poor Richard's Almanack under the pseudonym of Richard Saunders. The purpose of the publication was to promote what Franklin considered to be important cultural values.
Saunders was characterized as a poor yet ambitious man who succeeded by means of hard work and exceptional moral character. He embodies the values of the "American Dream," a phrase that refers to the popular notion that no matter where you come from, if you work hard for...
Franklin wrote and published Poor Richard's Almanack under the pseudonym of Richard Saunders. The purpose of the publication was to promote what Franklin considered to be important cultural values.
Saunders was characterized as a poor yet ambitious man who succeeded by means of hard work and exceptional moral character. He embodies the values of the "American Dream," a phrase that refers to the popular notion that no matter where you come from, if you work hard for long enough, you can earn a comfortable life for yourself and your family.
The American Dream is something many people still cling to today, so the values associated with it are still widely held. Here are just a few quotes with aphorisms that touch on notions related to the American Dream and the value of hard and diligent work. You can find many more in the text.
No man e'er was glorious, who was not laborious.
He that waits upon Fortune, is never sure of a Dinner.
Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
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