Lord Bacon And Sir Walter Raleigh

By Macvey Napier

Book Overview

""Lord Bacon and Sir Walter Raleigh"" is a historical biography written by Macvey Napier. The book examines the lives of two prominent figures in English history: Francis Bacon, who was a philosopher, statesman, and author, and Sir Walter Raleigh, who was a soldier, explorer, and writer. The book explores the relationship between the two men, who were both influential figures in the court of Queen Elizabeth I. The biography delves into the personal and professional lives of Bacon and Raleigh, discussing their achievements, failures, and controversies. The book explores Bacon's contributions to philosophy and science, as well as his role as a statesman and lawyer. Raleigh's exploration of the New World, his involvement in the court of Queen Elizabeth I, and his eventual downfall are also examined in detail. Napier provides a comprehensive account of the lives of these two important figures, drawing on primary sources and historical records. The book offers insights into the political and cultural context of Elizabethan England, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two of its most notable figures. Overall, ""Lord Bacon and Sir Walter Raleigh"" is a compelling and informative biography that will appeal to anyone interested in English history, philosophy, or literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163608467
• ISBN13: 9781163608463
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"