New Atlantis and the City of the Sun: Two Classic Utopias, Paperback - Francis Bacon

DescriptionIn keeping with the inquisitive spirit of their times, two 17th-century writers envisioned their own philosophical and intellectual utop...

Reducere. Originally published in Latin as Nova Atlantis in 1624, this is an unabridged edition.

An unabridged edition, to include easy-read typeface with updated layout, and limited footnotes -

With the publication of Utopia (1516), Thomas More provided a scathing analysis of the shortcomings of his own society, a realistic suggestion for ...

Francis Bacon's New Organon, published in 1620, was revolutionary in its attempt to give formal philosophical shape to a new and rapidly emerging e...

With contributions from an international range of established and emerging scholars drawing upon real world examples, this title is the first to us...

Reducere. The mystical culture and history of Atlantis is recounted by the author, who claimed to receive these insights from a mystical spirit known as Phyl...

"For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come." -Hebrews 13: 14 At the very heart of God's plan for the world stands an e...

Publisher: St Martin's PressAuthor(s): Fausto BianchiNumber of pages: 112Publication date: 2022Dimensions: 228 x 228 x 9Cover type: Paperback / sof...

This authoritative edition brings together an extensive collection of Bacon's writing--the major prose in full, together with sixteen other pieces ...

The relationship between technology, philosophy, and politics is both contentious and vital to our understanding of human nature and the ways human...

Reducere. The Essays (1625) is a collection of writings by Francis Bacon, one of England's most prominent philosophers and scientists whose work was central ...

Reducere. Francis Bacon, 1st Viscount St. Alban (1561-1626) was an English philosopher, statesman, and essayist. He is also known as a proponent of the scien...

This study re-evaluates the religious beliefs of Francis Bacon and the role which his theology played in the development of his program for the ref...

Reducere. "Delicious and addictive."--Salon.com "Reads . . . as if David Lynch directed a Raymond Chandler novel."--CNN "What would you get if that punkish d...

Reducere. Gene Wolfe has been called "the finest writer the science fiction world has yet produced" by The Washington Post. A former engineer, he has written...

Publisher: Temple Lodge PublishingAuthor(s): Richard RamsbothamNumber of pages: 184Publication date: 2004Dimensions: 216 x 138 x 17Cover type: Pape...

Reducere. The Art of War by Sun Tzu is the best known book on military strategy ever written. Although its wisdom is ancient, its principles and advice are t...

Reducere. What if Atlantis is closer than we think?It was more than 2, 000 years ago that Plato laid down a number of cryptic clues concerning the location o...

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Reducere. Atlantis was first introduced by the Greek philosopher Plato in two "dialogues" he wrote in the fourth century B.C. His tale of a great empire that...

The second book in a magical middle grade adventure series, inspired by The Arabian Nights and perfect for readers of Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Mich...

Publisher: Thames & Hudson LtdAuthor(s): Martin HarrisonIllustration(s): 275 Illustrations, unspecifiedNumber of pages: 256Publication date: 2022Di...

The Essays (1625) is a collection of writings by Francis Bacon, one of England's most prominent philosophers and scientists whose work was central ...

Reducere. Translated and with an Introduction by Daniel W. Smith Afterword by Tom Conley Gilles Deleuze had several paintings by Francis Bacon hanging in his...

A bold and brilliant short work by the author of Grief is the Thing with Feathers and Lanny. 'A little masterpiece.' Irish Times'Luminous.' Observe...

Reducere. Rick Riordan did it for Greece. Now Sarwat Chadda does it for India... Book two in the incredible action-adventure trilogy about Ash Mistry, reluct...

Rick Riordan did it for Greece. Now Sarwat Chadda does it for India... Book two in the incredible action-adventure trilogy about Ash Mistry, reluct...

A fascinating, illustrated account of the history and sites of the former gates of the City of London including some on the River Thames.Publisher:...

Publisher: Taylor & Francis LtdAuthor(s): Jennifer (University of Queensland, Australia) FitzgeraldIllustration(s): 15 Line drawings, black and whi...

Unfinished. Man Dying. A great painter lies on his deathbed. Max Porter translates into seven extraordinary written pictures the explosive final wo...

Reducere. Best-selling author Rick Riordan Presents the penultimate book in the Pandava series by best-selling author Roshani Chokshi.*Chokshi spins a fantas...

Reducere. This collectible edition of "The Art of War by Sun Tzu" presents these timeless instructions regarding military strategy and managing conflict in t...

Reducere. This is a book on Rumi's life, his poetry, his thought, and his influence. Rumi's work forms one of the pillars of the Sufi orders, particularly th...

The book provides an in-depth discussion of Jose Bleger's work, broadening current knowledge and focusing on his significant contribution to psycho...

A major study of Francis Bacon's paintings of animals reveals his explorations of the human conditionIllustrations: 160 colour

When Titanic foundered in April 1912, the world's focus was on the tragedy of the passengers who lost their lives. Ever since, in films, dramatisat...

Reducere. Widely regarded as the best British painter since Turner, very little is known about Francis Bacon's life. In this, the first-ever book to be writt...

Reducere. Redescopera farmecul lecturii si alege-ti de pe elefant.ro carti in limba engleza scrise de autori consacrati. Iti punem la dispozitie sute de mii ...

The fourth book in the acclaimed Francis Bacon Studies series, published under the aegis of The Estate of Francis Bacon.Illustrations: 120 Illustra...

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Reducere. In dialogues with three celestial ladies, Reason, Rectitude, and Justice, Christine de Pizan (1365-ca. 1429) builds an allegorical fortified city f...

Reducere. An intimate insight into the life and work of Francis Bacon, written by Yves Peyre, a close friend of the artist.Illustrations: 130 colour