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The Essays; or, Counsels, Civil and Moral of Francis Ld. Verulam, Viscount St. Albans
by Bacon, Francis; Verulam, Francis Ld
- Used
- very good
- Hardcover
- Condition
- Very Good/Very Good
- Seller
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Webster, New York, United States
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About This Item
Mount Vernon, New York: The Peter Pauper Press, 1970. Book Club (BCE/BOMC). Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 9x5x0. Book club edition. Small tear along top edge of rear jacket panel. Top edge foxed. 1970 Hard Cover. 228 pp. "The Essays or Counsels, Civil and Moral" is a collection of essays by Francis Bacon. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including love, friendship, education, ambition, and religion. In the essays, Bacon offers practical and insightful advice on how to navigate various aspects of life. He encourages readers to seek knowledge, cultivate wisdom, and develop good habits. He also emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and self-improvement. Bacon's writing style is clear and concise, and he uses a wide range of examples and anecdotes to illustrate his points. He draws on the wisdom of the ancients and provides practical advice for contemporary readers. One of Bacon's most famous essays is "Of Studies," in which he argues that reading and learning are essential for personal growth and intellectual development. Another notable essay is "Of Truth," in which Bacon explores the nature of truth and the importance of honesty and integrity. Overall, "The Essays or Counsels, Civil and Moral" is a timeless work of wisdom and practical advice, and it continues to be read and admired by readers today.
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- Seller
- Yesterday's Muse Books
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- Seller's Inventory #
- 2336626
- Title
- The Essays; or, Counsels, Civil and Moral of Francis Ld. Verulam, Viscount St. Albans
- Author
- Bacon, Francis; Verulam, Francis Ld
- Format/Binding
- Hard Cover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Book Club (BCE/BOMC)
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- The Peter Pauper Press
- Place of Publication
- Mount Vernon, New York
- Date Published
- 1970
- Size
- 9x5x0
- Weight
- 1.13 lbs
- Keywords
- ESSAYS LITERARY LITERATURE FRANCIS BACON FRANCIS LD VERULAM
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About the Seller
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Webster, New York
About Yesterday's Muse Books
Yesterday's Muse Inc. is an independent used & rare bookseller that has been in operation for over 15 years. We opened our first 'brick and mortar' storefront in December of 2008 in our hometown of Webster, NY.Owner Jonathan Smalter is a member of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA), former vice president of the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA), both of which are trade organizations created to promote ethical online selling practices, and to encourage continuing education among fellow booksellers. He is also a 2011 graduate of the Colorado Antiquarian Book Seminar (CABS). He has nearly 20 years of experience in the book trade, during which time he has become adept at evaluating used and collectible books.
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