Part one of term paper
In his Autobiography, Benjamin Franklin wittily expresses his full confidence in mankind and its ability to achieve perfection. His life is a classic tale of a man who realizes the American dream of prosperity, independence, and happiness through hardworking and virtue. His diligence, thriftiness, practicality, and tolerance of his mistakes ...

Part two of term paper
... for the colony. During that time, “reading was the only amusement [he] allow’d [himself, and he] spent no time in taverns, games, or frolicks of any kind” (873). Even later in his life when he has achieved financial independence and retired from his business, he does not waste any valuable time. He keeps himself fascinated in scientific thinking and occupied with political activities. As one can see from his timetable for the twenty-four hours of a day, reading and working dominate most ...