“To seek to extinguish anger utterly is but a bravery of the Stoics. We have better oracles: 'Be angry, but sin not.' 'Let not the sun go down upon your wrath.'”
Quote by Francis Bacon
Work
Lord Bacon's Essays: With a Sketch of His Life and Character, Reviews of His Philosophical Writings, Critical Estimates of His Essays, Analysis, Notes, and Queries for Students, and Select Portions of the ʻAnnotationsʼ of Archbishop Whately
This book is a comprehensive compilation of Francis Bacon's essays, which delve into various philosophical and scientific topics. It includes a detailed sketch of Bacon's life and character, critical reviews of his philosophical works, and an in-depth analysis of his essays. Additionally, it features notes and queries designed to aid students in their study of Bacon's writings, as well as selected portions of the 'Annotations' by Archbishop Whately. more
Author
Francis Bacon
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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