Stuff You Should Know Farmer's Almanac: Literature to Poop To
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Aug 22, 2023 Dive into the whimsical world of the Farmer's Almanac, where history and humor collide. Discover how it transformed from a simple weather guide into a cultural staple filled with nostalgia. Explore the legacy of figures like Benjamin Franklin and Robert Bailey Thomas, who crafted almanacs that blended advice with storytelling. Enjoy lighter moments about composting toilets and family camping trips while navigating the playful rivalry with the Old Farmer's Almanac. It's a delightful journey through time, tradition, and quirky life lessons!
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Outhouse Almanac
- Chuck Bryant wants to put an Old Farmer's Almanac in his outhouse.
- He explains that it's a common practice in the South, stemming from his grandmother's reliance on the almanac.
Almanac Contents
- The Old Farmer's Almanac is the oldest continuously published periodical in North America, started in 1792.
- It covered topics like planting tips, astronomical charts, recipes, jokes, and poetry.
Almanac Origins
- Almanacs are a unique blend of folk wisdom, folklore, astrology, and accurate astronomical data.
- The word "almanac" likely originated with medieval French astronomers, meaning "calendar of the heavens."