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There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.
Ernest Hemingway A Man’s Credo · 1963

Quotes

“Being ignorant is not so much a shame, as being unwilling to learn.”

Benjamin Franklin · Poor Richard’s Almanack, 1732-1758 · Primary source

“Let every new year find you a better man.”

Benjamin Franklin · Poor Richard’s Almanack, 1732-1758 · Primary source

“Love your enemies, for they tell you your faults.”

Benjamin Franklin · Poor Richard’s Almanack, 1732-1758 · Primary source

“Those who will not be counselled, cannot be helped.”

Benjamin Franklin · The Way to Wealth, 1758 · Primary source

Works

Benjamin Franklin · 1771-1790
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

Franklin’s account of his early life, career, self-education, civic activity, moral improvement, and rise from apprentice printer to public figure.

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