The Essays of Francis Bacon

The Essays of Francis Bacon is considered by many to be the best manual for living in short form that has ever been written. Published between 1597 and 1625, they were Bacon’s chief contribution to literature, and one which subjected all forms of knowledge to his views of life. This collection contains fifty-eight essays, masterfully written with a spirit of superior confidence. Compiled from his other works, the essays were intended only as private notes for the perusal of a few friends.