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Laurence Berns on Francis Bacon with Martin Yaffe and Nathan Dinneen

The New Thinkery

CHAPTER

Exploring Francis Bacon's Philosophies and Theories

A detailed analysis of Francis Bacon's ideas on knowing and doing, wisdom and glory, idols in human nature, war and scientific innovation, ambition, and the concept of creating a human empire. The conversation delves into the complex relationship between Bacon's philosophical views and his Christian beliefs, as well as the potential unintended consequences and ethical implications of his global natural science project.

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