Publisher's Synopsis
""Francis Bacon Selections, With Essays By Macaulay And S. R. Gardiner"" is a book edited by Elizabeth Fox Matheson and published in 1922. The book is a collection of selected works by the famous English philosopher, statesman, and essayist, Francis Bacon. The book includes a range of Bacon's writings, including his essays, speeches, letters, and philosophical works. In addition to Bacon's writings, the book also includes essays by two prominent English historians, Thomas Babington Macaulay and Samuel Rawson Gardiner. Macaulay's essay provides an overview of Bacon's life and works, while Gardiner's essay focuses on Bacon's political career and his role in shaping English history.Overall, ""Francis Bacon Selections, With Essays By Macaulay And S. R. Gardiner"" is a comprehensive and insightful collection of Bacon's writings, accompanied by critical analysis from two esteemed historians. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of Francis Bacon, as well as for those interested in the history of philosophy and politics in England.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.