On the Art of Reading · Character

Bacon

Francis Bacon, the philosopher and essayist, referenced for his essays and scientific method.

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Also known as Bacon of Studies

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Referenced for his saying 'reading maketh a full man,' which the narrator critiques as leading to being 'too full' without digestion.

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Lecture I: Introductory
Referenced for his saying 'reading maketh a full man,' which the narrator critiques as leading to being 'too full' without digestion.
Lecture II: Apprehension Versus Comprehension
Quoted extensively from his essay 'Of Studies' to support the selective and purposeful approach to reading.
Lecture III: Children's Reading (I)
Alluded to indirectly through the phrase 'Bacon of Studies' in the context of educational philosophy.
Lecture VI: On a School of English
His essays are listed among the texts studied in schools.
Lecture VIII: On Reading the Bible (I)
Quoted at the opening: 'Read not to Contradict and Confute' from his essay on studies.

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