The Major Works: Religio Medici, Hydrotophia, The Garden of Cyprus, A Letter to a Friend, and Christian Morals (Penguin Classics) [Paperback]

Sir Thomas Browne (Author), C. A. Patrides (Editor)

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Release date: September 29, 1977

Sir Thomas Browne (1605-82) was a writer of breathtaking range and learning, whose works demonstrate a warm and humorous view of human nature. "Religio Medici" is a fascinating, witty and intimate exploration of his views on faith and tolerance, while substantial selections from "Pseudodoxia Epidemica" display Browne's breadth of knowledge and omnivorous curiosity in his account of common errors in a startling array of subjects including sciences, history, literature and philosophy. "Hydriotaphia" or 'Urn Buriall' is an intriguing meditation on death and the desire for immortality. "The Garden of Cyrus" considers the mysterious order to be found in nature, and "A Letter to a Friend" and the aphoristic "Christian Morals" provide profound spiritual guidance to readers.

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Sir Thomas Browne (1605-82)

Product Details

• Paperback: 560 pages
• Publisher: Penguin Classics (September 29, 1977)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140431098
• ISBN-13: 978-0140431094
• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 1.1 x 7.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #897,062 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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