The New Atlantis

by Francis Bacon

Overview

Journey to the utopian island of Bensalem in this novel by the influential English philosopher and scientist.

A group of Europeans leave South America by boat and, after a bout of dangerous weather, find refuge on an island where a society like none other exists. Here, the travelers find themselves welcomed by a people who, thanks to a long-ago miracle, received the message of Christ, and practice the virtues neglected by so many others. They also practice the scientific method (established by Sir Francis Bacon himself in real life), using empirical knowledge for human advancement.

This work by one of the geniuses of his time reveals his vision of what our world could be—and makes for a thought-provoking journey for the modern reader.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781504063821
Publisher:	Open Road Media
Publication date:	06/30/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	63
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Sir Francis Bacon was an English philosopher and statesman who served as attorney general and lord chancellor of England. His works are credited with developing the scientific method, remaining influential throughout the scientific revolution.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Date of the New Atlantis; Connexion of the New Atlantis with Bacon's philosophical reform; Bacon's aim and art in the New Atlantis; The influence of the New Atlantis; Bacon's grammar as exemplified in the New Atlantis; Text; Notes; Glossary; Index of proper names.