Letters and the Life of Francis Bacon Including All His Occasional Works Namely Letters, Speeches, Tracts, State Papers, Memorials, Devices, and All Authentic Writings Not Already Printed among His Philosophical, Literary or Professional Works. Newly Coll.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Spedding, James, author.

Series:

Letters and the Life of Francis Bacon Series

Letters and the Life of Francis Bacon Series ; v.6

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Philosophy, English--17th century.

Philosophy, English.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (515 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

Letters and the Life of Francis Bacon Including All His Occasional Works

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2012.

Summary:

This volume is part of a comprehensive collection of the letters, speeches, state papers, and occasional works of Francis Bacon, compiled by James Spedding. The collection aims to present Bacon’s writings in chronological order, accompanied by biographical and historical commentary. It includes authentic documents not previously published among his literary or professional works. The book provides insights into Bacon’s legal, political, and philosophical contributions, as well as his role in shaping early modern thought. The editor addresses questions of authorship and authenticity for certain documents, offering evidence and analysis to affirm their attribution to Bacon. Intended for scholars, historians, and those interested in Bacon’s legacy, the work serves as a significant resource for understanding his intellectual and professional life. Generated by AI.

Contents:

TITLE PAGE

PREFACE

CONTENTS

ERRATA

LETTERS AND LIFE OF FRANCIS BACON

Book VI

Chapter I (1616, July-August)

1

2

3

Chapter II (1616, August-November)

4

5

6

Chapter III (1616-17, November-March)

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

Chapter IV (1617, March July)

Chapter V (1617, June-September)

Chapter VI (1617-18, October-March)

Chapter VII (1618, April-December)

INDEX

A-B

C

D

E

F-G

H

I-J

K

L

M

N-P

R

S

T

U-V

W

X-Z

SERIES TITLE PAGE (The Works of Francis Bacon, Volume XIII).

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ISBN:

9781554935710

1554935717

OCLC:

1470853477