| Author |
Church, R. W. (Richard William), 1815-1890 |
| Editor |
Morley, John, 1838-1923 |
| Title |
Bacon
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| Series Title |
English Men Of Letters
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Bacon" by R. W. Church is a historical account written during the late 19th century as part of the "English Men of Letters" series. The work serves as a biography of Francis Bacon, exploring his life, philosophical contributions, and his complex character, which embodies both remarkable intellect and moral ambiguity. It delves into Bacon’s aspirations for knowledge and the enhancement of human understanding, juxtaposed with his political maneuvers and ethical compromises. The opening of the book sets the stage by illustrating Bacon's dual nature—the brilliance of his intellect and the intrinsic flaws in his character. Church examines Bacon's early life, highlighting his noble lineage, precocious intellect, and ambitious pursuits, while also acknowledging how his desire for power and acceptance led to moral compromises, such as his obsequiousness to those in authority. Through this introduction, readers are given insights into the paradox of Bacon’s illustrious ambitions for the betterment of humankind contrasted with the personal failings that ultimately marred his achievements, painting a compelling picture of a man whose life was both inspirational and troubled. (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 |
Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13888 |
| Release Date |
Oct 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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