The Works of Francis Bacon ..; Volume 8

This comprehensive edition of the writings of Francis Bacon, the English philosopher, statesman, and essayist, includes his major works in philosophy, politics, science, and literature. Rawley, Bacon's personal secretary and chaplain, compiled and edited the volume shortly after Bacon's death, and provided valuable commentary and annotations on the texts. Students and scholars of the Renaissance and early modern period will find this volume invaluable for understanding the intellectual and cultural context of Bacon's ideas and legacy.

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