“It is a pleasure to stand upon the shore, and to see ships tost upon the sea: a pleasure to stand in the window of a castle, and to see a battle and the adventures thereof below: but no pleasure is comparable to standing upon the vantage ground of truth . . . and to see the errors, and wanderings, and mists, and tempests, in the vale below.”
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a wide range of subjects, offering insights and perspectives on diverse topics. more
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
“Contrary to the cliche', genuinely nice guys most often finish first or very near it.”
“Souls made of fire, and children of the sun, With whom revenge is virtue.”