# Dr. Franklin — The Art of Money Getting character guide

> Dr. Franklin in The Art of Money Getting by P. T. Barnum.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0001-the-art-of-money-getting

## Who they are

Benjamin Franklin, cited as a model of industry and frugality.

## Relationships

### [Mrs. Smith](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/characters/mrs_smith)

_social_

Dr. Franklin and Mrs. Smith have a social acquaintance, possibly as a doctor and patient or mutual friend.

## In the story

### [The Art of Money Getting](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/chapters/the-art-of-money-getting)

Mentioned as an exemplar of industry and frugality, embodying the principles of self-reliance and perseverance.

### [Preserve Your Integrity](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_art_of_money_getting_se/chapters/preserve-your-integrity)

Quoted for the maxim 'honesty is the best policy' as a practical foundation for success.

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