
Advancement Of Learning
Francis Bacon(Author)
Joseph Devey(Editor)
ALPHA EDITION (Publisher)
Published on 11. January 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
432 pages
978-93-5430-914-4 (ISBN)
Description
A revolution in thinking begins with a single question: how do we truly know what we know? In *Advancement Of Learning*, Francis Bacon lays the intellectual foundations for the scientific method, forever altering the course of human inquiry. This early modern philosophical treatise, presented here as an annotated classic edition, invites readers into the heart of seventeenth-century England's vibrant intellectual landscape-a world on the cusp of the English Renaissance, brimming with curiosity and ambition.
Bacon's masterwork is more than a historical artefact; it is a living blueprint for the classification of human knowledge. He boldly challenges inherited dogma, championing empiricism and epistemology as the keys to progress. The complete unabridged text, carefully restored for today's readers, traces the origins of Baconian philosophy and its enduring influence on the history of science. As a companion to *Novum Organum*, this volume illuminates the birth of modern scientific reasoning, making it essential for college philosophy reading and anyone fascinated by the roots of rational thought.
Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a casual explorer of classic literature, a student of philosophy, or a collector seeking a cultural treasure, *Advancement Of Learning* offers a rare opportunity to engage with the ideas that shaped the modern world. Discover why Bacon's vision remains vital, provocative, and profoundly relevant in every age.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
697 gr
ISBN-13
978-93-5430-914-4 (9789354309144)
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