Quote by Benjamin Franklin

From a child I was fond of reading, and all the little money that came into my hands was ever laid out in books.

From a child I was fond of reading, and all the little money

Summary

This quote signifies the speaker's lifelong passion for reading, which started during their childhood. Despite having limited financial resources, they prioritized purchasing books with whatever little money they had. It speaks to their deep love for reading and suggests that acquiring knowledge and immersing themselves in the world of books was a top priority for them since an early age.

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Books Reading Self Improvement

By Benjamin Franklin

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