Description: Sir Francis Bacon, statesman and philosopher, was the very definition of a Renaissance man. One of the most influential thinkers in European history, he colored the work of philosophers and scientists such as Kant and Darwin. In The Advancement of Learning, first published in 1605, Bacon argued that the sciences should move away from an abstract philosophy and instead embrace the natural world. His revolutionary ideas would forever change the way we consider our place in the universe. This indispensable classic contains an unprecedented and thorough systematization of the whole range of knowledge, and Bacon's measured and elegant writing infuses the work with humanity. It is essential reading for anyone who cares about the history of science and our search for understanding.

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