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Originally published in 1900, this book contains an edited version of Francis Bacon's utopian novel New Atlantis. The text is accompanied by a history of the book's creation, a discussion... Læs mere
Originally printed in 1906 as a limited edition of two hundred and fifty copies, this book contains the essays of Francis Bacon, drawn from the edition of 1625. Bacon covers a variety of topics in his essays, including cunning, atheism, love and goodness.
This is a major student edition by a senior Renaissance scholar of the text described as 'the first modern classic of English... Læs mere
This is a major student edition by a senior Renaissance scholar of the text described as 'the first modern classic of English... Læs mere
This text presents Francis Bacon's essays that reflect the experience and reading of a Renaissance man. He exposes man as he is,... Læs mere
We sailed from Peru, (where we had continued for the space of one whole year) for China and Japan, by the South Sea; taking with us victuals for twelve months; and had good winds from the... Læs mere