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_aBacon, Francis, _d1561-1626 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aBacon's Essays, and Wisdom of the Ancients |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2018 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2018-01-29 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Bacon's Essays and Wisdom of the Ancients" by Francis Bacon is a philosophical treatise written in the early 17th century. This work is a collection of Bacon's well-known essays that explore moral and civil themes, interwoven with his reflections on human nature and knowledge, alongside his interpretations of classical wisdom. Bacon's essays are characterized by their concise and aphoristic style, offering insights rooted in empirical observation and practical experience. The opening of this volume provides background on the historical context of Bacon's essays and emphasizes their significance in the evolution of Western thought. It outlines the development of the essays from their first publication in 1597, through various editions that expanded their scope and depth. The preface illustrates Bacon's intention to reflect on human experience and moral philosophy, while the "Wisdom of the Ancients" section delves into mythological bases and fables, interpreting them as valuable lessons on human behavior and societal norms. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a collection that aims to blend civil wisdom with practical morality, encouraging readers to reflect on their own lives through Bacon's insightful observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aEnglish essays -- Early modern, 1500-1700 | ||
| 653 | _aMythology, Classical | ||
| 653 | _aBacon, Francis, 1561-1626 | ||
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_aSpiers, A. _q(Alexander), _d1807-1869 |
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