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Sir Francis Bacon

Sir Francis Bacon
Widely considered the most influential and versatile English writer of the 17th century, Sir Francis Bacon addressed a broad range of topics in his works, including ethics, philosophy, science, law, and history. He also enjoyed a long political career.
Hulton Deutsch
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Scientific Revolution; Bacon, Francis (philosopher)
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