Sir Francis Bacon's Own Story (1918)

Sir Francis Bacon's Own Story is a biographical account of the life and times of the famous English philosopher, statesman, and scientist, Sir Francis Bacon. Written by John Elisha Roe in 1918, the book delves into the personal and professional life of Bacon, from his early years as a student at Cambridge University to his rise to power as a member of Parliament and Lord Chancellor of England.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Bacon's life and work. The first chapter provides an overview of Bacon's family background and early education, while subsequent chapters delve into his political career, his scientific discoveries, and his literary works.Throughout the book, Roe draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of Bacon. He examines Bacon's philosophical and scientific ideas in detail, discussing his views on topics such as knowledge, truth, and the nature of reality.Overall, Sir Francis Bacon's Own Story is an insightful and well-researched biography that sheds new light on one of the most important figures in English history. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in philosophy, science, or the history of 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.