Francis Bacon
Francis Bacon, 1st Viscount St Alban, 1st Lord Verulam, PC was an English philosopher and statesman who served as Attorney General and Lord Chancellor of England under King James I. Bacon argued the importance of natural philosophy, guided by scientific method, and his works remained influential throughout the Scientific Revolution.
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Francis Bacon
Journey back in time and discover a treasury of wisdom, where timeless essays spark contemplation and ignite the pursuit of enlightenment.
By Francis Bacon
Bacon's Essays, and Wisdom of the Ancients
Unlock the wisdom of ages through insightful essays and ancient fables, revealing timeless truths about human behavior and the foundations of society.
By Francis Bacon
The Advancement of Learning
Journey back to the 17th century as a thinker challenges how we learn, urging a shift from stale, old ideas to an understanding that empowers humanity.
By Francis Bacon
Of Gardens: An essay
Explore a time when gardens were more than just plants---they were a deep source of beauty and connection to the world.
By Francis Bacon
Valerius Terminus: Of the Interpretation of Nature
Unlock the secrets of nature through religion and meticulous observation, and beware the dangers of forbidden knowledge.
By Francis Bacon
Novum Organum; Or, True Suggestions for the Interpretation of Nature
Discover how careful observation and a rejection of old ideas could unlock the secrets of nature, paving the way for true knowledge.
By Francis Bacon
The Essays or Counsels, Civil and Moral
Explore thought-provoking insights into truth, death, and societal cohesion.
By Francis Bacon
New Atlantis
Lost at sea, explorers find an island where science and ethics create a perfect world, offering a vision of enlightenment and discovery.
By Francis Bacon