| Author |
Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626 |
| Title |
The Essays or Counsels, Civil and Moral
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essays_(Francis_Bacon)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Essays or Counsels, Civil and Moral" by Francis Bacon is a collection of philosophical essays probably written in the early 17th century. The essays delve into various themes relevant to human experience, morality, and governance. The opening portions exhibit Bacon's reflections on subjects such as truth, death, and human relationships, aiming to provide insight into the complexities of life and the human condition. At the start of the work, Bacon introduces the concept of truth, posing thought-provoking questions about its nature and the human tendency to prefer lies for their comfort. He contrasts the painful honesty of truth with the seductive allure of falsehood, revealing the inherent struggles associated with discerning reality. Following this, he tackles the topic of death, discussing the common fears surrounding it and encouraging a more enlightened perspective. Bacon’s exploration of unified religion presents a broader discourse on societal cohesion, presenting arguments on the importance of unity amidst diverse beliefs. Overall, the opening portion sets the stage for Bacon's profound inquiries into moral and civil virtue, establishing a framework for the subsequent essays that tackle human nature and societal governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English essays -- Early modern, 1500-1700
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
575 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 14, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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