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“Liberty of speech invites and provokes liberty to be used again, and so bringeth much to a man's knowledge.”

Quote by Francis Bacon

Book:Lord Bacon's Essays, Or Counsels Moral and Civil: Translated from the Latin by William Willymott, ... In Two Volumes. ...

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Lord Bacon's Essays, Or Counsels Moral and Civil: Translated from the Latin by William Willymott, ... In Two Volumes. ...

This book is a compilation of Francis Bacon's essays on moral and civil matters, translated from Latin into English by William Willymott. The essays are presented in two volumes, offering insights into Bacon's philosophical and ethical perspectives. more

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Francis Bacon, a renowned philosopher, politician, and writer, served as the Lord Chancellor of England. He is best known for his profound philosophical thoughts and extensive literary works, which have had a lasting impact on the world. more

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