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Why was this named for a (presumably fictional) "Poor Richard"? Was that Franklin's pseudonym?

Andi Yes, Franklin crafted poor Richard's persona and his proper pseudonym was Richard Saunders. …moreYes, Franklin crafted poor Richard's persona and his proper pseudonym was Richard Saunders. (less)

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do i have to buy it?

Forked Radish OverDrive, Inc. has the compleat, unabridged, audio Almanack by “Freshwater Seas”. You can probably access it through your local library. The only pro…moreOverDrive, Inc. has the compleat, unabridged, audio Almanack by “Freshwater Seas”. You can probably access it through your local library. The only problem is the loud and annoying music between each aphorism.(less)

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