Publisher's Synopsis
Essays: Moral, Economical, and Political is a collection of essays written by the renowned philosopher and statesman Francis Bacon. Originally published in 1625, this edition was published in 1846 and includes a preface by the editor, Joseph Devey. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including morality, economics, politics, and human nature. Bacon's writing style is concise and clear, making his ideas accessible to readers of all backgrounds. In the moral essays, Bacon explores the nature of virtue and vice, the importance of friendship, and the role of religion in society. The economic essays examine the principles of wealth creation, taxation, and trade. In the political essays, Bacon discusses the nature of government, the role of the monarch, and the importance of law and justice. Throughout the book, Bacon draws on his extensive knowledge of history, literature, and philosophy to support his arguments. He also includes numerous aphorisms and quotations that have become famous in their own right. Essays: Moral, Economical, and Political is a timeless work that continues to be studied and admired by scholars and readers alike. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest thinkers of the Renaissance era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
