Published Jul 27, 2021
Timothy Dexter: Sometimes It's Better To Be Lucky
Explore the astonishing life of Timothy Dexter, a man who defied the odds through a series of improbable ventures and eccentric decisions, proving that sometimes luck can outweigh skill in achieving wealth and notoriety.

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