Be advised by thy friend: neglect those musty authors; let them be covered with dust, and moulder on their proper shelves; and do thou apply thyself to a study much more profitable, the knowledge of mankind and of thyself.
Franklin advises against outdated authors and encourages self-knowledge and understanding of humanity.
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