Mini-Stories : Volume 14
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Misunderstood Beginnings: Daylight Saving Time
This chapter explores the historical context of daylight saving time, clarifying common misconceptions about its origins, particularly the attribution to Benjamin Franklin. It features a conversation with a park ranger discussing Franklin's life and his humorous critiques of social norms during his time in Paris. Through anecdotes and Franklin's satirical writings, the chapter highlights the importance of recognizing the true history behind innovations and the amusing exaggerations that accompany them.
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