Poor Richard's Almanack

by Benjamin Franklin

A faithful reproduction of the original Peter Pauper Press edition of Poor Richard's Almanack , circa 1950, the current version contains the same colorful woodcuts and 18th century design of the original. Printed in hardcover on heavyweight paper stock, this is a great addition to any Franklin fan's collection. Includes hundreds of delightful aphorisms, carefully selected from many issues of Franklin's popular 18th-century publication. Selections include: ''Well done is better than well said.'' ''Keep Conscience clear, Then never fear.'' ''Enjoy the present hour, be mindful of the past; and neither fear nor wish the approaches of the last.'' ''No gains without pains.'' And hundreds more. Reproductions of colonial-era woodcuts throughout. Printed on heavyweight paper stock. Hardcover volume with dust jacket. Measures 6'' wide x 9-14'' high. 80 pages.