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Farmer's Almanac: Literature to Poop To

Stuff You Should Know

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The Almanac Craze: Franklin and Thomas

This chapter explores the legacy of Benjamin Franklin and his pivotal role in the almanac genre through 'Poor Richard's Almanac'. The conversation then shifts to Robert Bailey Thomas, an entrepreneur influenced by his educational background and passion for astronomy, who sought to make his mark in the almanac scene.

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