Essays
About this book
"Bacon's Essays have attracted an eager readership since their publication in 1625. They sum up a lifetime's observations on the whole range of human activity, by one of the keenest minds of the Renaissance. In their third and final revision Bacon designed the Essays to fill some of the gaps he had diagnosed in the study of mankind, such as the formative influences on individual behaviour of birth and temperament, of environment, social exchange, leisure, business, and politics. Bacon's approach varies greatly from essay to essay, juxtaposing systematic analysis with brilliant apercus, in styles ranging from the detached and laconic to the passionately engaged, especially when expressing his moral beliefs."--BOOK JACKET. "This closely annotated edition is based on Brian Vickers's Oxford Authors text and includes appendices containing extracts from the Essays (1597), the Essays (1612) and 'Antitheses of Things' (1623)."--BOOK JACKET.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 4629 readers · 172 pages · ≈ 3 h 11 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Essays?
About ≈ 3 h 11 m — 172 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Essays?
172 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Essays?
It sits on the Essays, Science, Philosophy shelves.
Is Essays in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Essays?
The main characters include Elizabeth I Queen of England (1533-1603), Francis Bacon (1561-1626).
Where does Essays take place?
It takes place in 17th century, Early modern, 1500-1700.
Who wrote Essays?
Francis Bacon.
Where can I read Essays online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library