Novum Organum

"Novum Organum" is a foundational work of philosophy and science penned by the renowned English philosopher and statesman Sir Francis Bacon. The title refers to Aristotle's work Organon, which was his treatise on logic and syllogism. Published in 1620, this treatise outlines Bacon's method for acquiring knowledge and advancing the sciences through empirical observation and experimentation. In "Novum Organum," Bacon critiques the traditional Aristotelian approach to natural philosophy and advocates for a new method of inquiry based on induction and systematic experimentation. Through a series of aphorisms and examples, Bacon lays out his vision for a scientific method that prioritizes observation, hypothesis testing, and the accumulation of empirical evidence. With its emphasis on empirical investigation and the rejection of dogma, "Novum Organum" laid the groundwork for the development of modern science and exerted a profound influence on subsequent philosophers and scientists.

Product Details:

• ISBN: 1976312051
• EAN: 9781976312052
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Binding: Paperback
• Pub Date: September 11, 2017
• Physical Info: 0.69 cms H x 22.86 cms L x 15.24 cms W (0.18 kgs), 126 pages