The Essays: Or Councils, Civil And Moral, Of Sir Francis Bacon (1701) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120789006)

The Essays: Or Councils, Civil And Moral, Of Sir Francis Bacon is a book written by the renowned English philosopher and statesman, Sir Francis Bacon. It was first published in 1597 and later revised and expanded in 1625. This particular edition was published in 1701, and it contains a collection of 58 essays on various topics such as love, friendship, wisdom, religion, politics, and economics.In this book, Bacon provides his insights and thoughts on different aspects of life and society. He presents his ideas in a concise and straightforward manner, using aphorisms and analogies to convey his message effectively. The essays are divided into two parts: the first part deals with civil topics such as government, justice, and law, while the second part covers moral topics such as ethics, virtue, and personal conduct.Bacon's essays are known for their practical wisdom, and they have been widely read and studied over the centuries. His ideas have influenced many thinkers and writers, and his approach to writing has been emulated by many. The Essays: Or Councils, Civil And Moral, Of Sir Francis Bacon is a classic work of English literature and an essential read for anyone interested in philosophy, politics, or ethics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Francis Bacon
ISBN-10: 1120789001
ISBN-13: 9781120789006
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/07/2009
Pages: 178
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d