New Atlantis

Language: EnglishPublished: December 1, 2000

Subjects:

Utopias Early works to 1800

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Harvard Classics

Authors:

Bacon, Francis
1561 - 1626

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In the early 17th century, Francis Bacon penned "New Atlantis," a groundbreaking philosophical work that offers a utopian vision of society. Published posthumously in the 1620s, this document introduces readers to the concept of "Salomon's House," a pioneering institution dedicated to scientific research and knowledge dissemination. Bacon's narrative also explores the notion of a society driven by the pursuit of scientific advancement and the betterment of humanity. Ideal for students of philosophy and history, "New Atlantis" by Francis Bacon provides a thought-provoking glimpse into an imagined world where enlightenment principles reign supreme.