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100 1 _aFranklin, Benjamin,
_d1812-1878
245 1 2 _aA Book of Gems, or, Choice selections from the writings of Benjamin Franklin
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-01-20
508 _aProduced by Richard Hulse, Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"A Book of Gems, or, Choice Selections from the Writings of Benjamin Franklin" by J. A. Headington and Joseph Franklin is a collection of inspirational writings and selections attributed to Benjamin Franklin, arranged for readers in the late 19th century. The work showcases Franklin's thoughts on a range of moral, philosophical, and religious topics, which were likely reflective of the period's values and concerns. The overall theme focuses on the elevation of human character and the promotion of virtuous living. The opening of the collection provides a preface emphasizing the enduring popularity and demand for Franklin's writings among the Christian community. It expresses gratitude for the public's interest in such a compilation, portraying it as a valuable treasure for Christian households. The preface also outlines the book's aim to serve as a monument to a great thinker and as a source of inspirational truths, suggesting a blueprint for moral living through the cherished wisdom of Franklin. As the reader delves into the selections, they engage with thought-provoking reflections on life, faith, and the human experience, setting the stage for a meaningful exploration of Franklin's insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChurches of Christ
700 1 _aFranklin, Joseph,
_d1834-1912
700 1 _aHeadington, J. A.
_q(Joel A.)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56404
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