The New Atlantis

by Francis Bacon

Overview

Originally published in 1900, this book contains an edited version of Francis Bacon's utopian novel New Atlantis. The text is accompanied by a history of the book's creation, a discussion of the role New Atlantis played in Bacon's philosophy, and an examination of its influence on later literature. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the works of Francis Bacon.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781504063821
Publisher:	Open Road Media
Publication date:	06/30/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	63
File size:	991 KB

About the Author

Sir Francis Bacon was an English philosopher and statesman who served as attorney general and lord chancellor of England. His works are credited with developing the scientific method, remaining influential throughout the scientific revolution.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Date of the New Atlantis; Connexion of the New Atlantis with Bacon's philosophical reform; Bacon's aim and art in the New Atlantis; The influence of the New Atlantis; Bacon's grammar as exemplified in the New Atlantis; Text; Notes; Glossary; Index of proper names.