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Timothy Dexter

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Timothy Dexter (1747–1806), self-styled Lord Timothy Dexter, was an American businessman noted for his eccentric behavior and writings. He became wealthy through marriage and a series of improbably successful investments and spent his fortune lavishly.

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“Vain man may as well attempt to stop the course of nature, as to do ample justice to this wonderful man!”

— Timothy Dexter《A Pickle for the Knowing Ones》

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Book · 1802

A Pickle for the Knowing Ones

A Pickle for the Knowing Ones, also known as Plain Truths in a Homespun Dress, is an 1802 autobiographical book written by American businessman Timothy Dexter. The book uses spelling and grammar often considered poor, and contains almost no punctuation.

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