The Advancement Of Learning

Francis Bacon

ISBN 10: 1595479740 / ISBN 13: 9781595479747

Published by NuVision Publications, LLC, 2005

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Synopsis:

An exceptional work about the use of science as a means to improve the human condition, using the power of reasoning to find the truth. Showing how theories should be based on observations and facts, not reason.

Review: While he didn't exactly invent science, Francis Bacon is its best-known early promoter. The Advancement of Learning is his 1605 argument in favour of natural philosophy and inductive reasoning, and is just as vigorous and cogent today. Though using the language of Shakespeare, the book is still largely accessible to modern readers--still, a bit of classical knowledge is helpful. Shaking off the centuries-old domination of Aristotle, Bacon advocated building scientific theories on facts and observations rather than pure reason; little has changed in our approach to understanding the world since then. Of greatest interest to historians and philosophers of science, the book will also appeal to those curious about the underpinnings of today's naturalistic thinking. --Rob Lightner

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Advancement Of Learning
Publisher: NuVision Publications, LLC
Publication Date: 2005
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket