The Benjamin Franklin Collection: Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, The Way to Wealth, and Poor Richard's Almanack

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is an unfinished account crafted by Franklin from 1771 to 1790, offering a candid self-reflection of the influential figure who authored the Declaration of Independence. This work features themes of reading, self-improvement, and conversation, establishing it as a landmark in autobiography literature. Accompanying it is "The Way to Wealth," a compilation of proverbs and advice from Poor Richard's Almanac that advocates for industry and frugality, with many enduring phrases that resonate even today.