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by Francis Bacon (Author), John Pitcher (Editor, Introduction) "1579 February. His father dies, and (in June) he returns to England..." (more)
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Book Description
Bacon, founder of modern inductivism and prophet of the industrial revolution, reveals a debt to antiquity in these polished Essays. The text of this volume is that of Bacon's second revised and enlarged edition of 1625. On subjects ranging among state policy, personal conduct and the appreciation of nature, Bacon transcends the brute force of scholastic logic and the abstractions of modern philosophy. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Francis Bacon offers his opinion on many different topics in these essays, ranging from life and death to love and anger. Full of wit and wisdom, the essays are the perfect example of common sense. Though short pieces, they are thought provoking and a great pleasure to read. Please Note: This book is easy to read in true text, not scanned images that can sometimes be difficult to decipher. This eBook has bookmarks at chapter headings and is printable.

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Product Details
  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin Classics (January 7, 1986)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0140432167
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140432169
  • Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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