The Winding Stair: Francis Bacon, His Rise And Fall
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Daphne Du Maurier
Binding: Hardback
Published: Victor Gollancz, 1976
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has general wear in form of tanning along spine and edges and wear at corners and some edges. Previous owner name inside.
Daphne Du Maurier's The Winding Stair: Francis Bacon, His Rise And Fall presents a compelling biographical account of one of England's most enigmatic historical figures. This meticulously researched narrative chronicles the brilliant ascent of Francis Bacon, detailing his profound contributions to philosophy, science, and law during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. The author uncovers the intricate political machinations and personal ambitions that shaped Bacon's extraordinary career, illustrating the complex forces at play in his eventual dramatic downfall. Readers will find a vivid portrayal of a man whose intellectual prowess was matched only by his controversial public life, offering a nuanced perspective on his enduring legacy.
Author: Daphne Du Maurier
Binding: Hardback
Published: Victor Gollancz, 1976
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has general wear in form of tanning along spine and edges and wear at corners and some edges. Previous owner name inside.
Daphne Du Maurier's The Winding Stair: Francis Bacon, His Rise And Fall presents a compelling biographical account of one of England's most enigmatic historical figures. This meticulously researched narrative chronicles the brilliant ascent of Francis Bacon, detailing his profound contributions to philosophy, science, and law during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. The author uncovers the intricate political machinations and personal ambitions that shaped Bacon's extraordinary career, illustrating the complex forces at play in his eventual dramatic downfall. Readers will find a vivid portrayal of a man whose intellectual prowess was matched only by his controversial public life, offering a nuanced perspective on his enduring legacy.