The Life Of Sir Tobie Matthew, Bacon's Alter Ego (1907)

By Arnold Harris Mathew

Book Overview

The Life of Sir Tobie Matthew, Bacon's Alter Ego is a biography written by Arnold Harris Mathew and published in 1907. The book chronicles the life of Sir Tobie Matthew, a prominent figure in the court of King James I of England and a close friend and confidant of the philosopher Francis Bacon. The biography explores Matthew's early life, his education at Oxford University, and his rise to prominence in the court of King James I. It also delves into his personal relationships, including his close friendship with Bacon and his marriage to Frances Howard, a scandalous figure in her own right.Throughout the book, Mathew paints a vivid picture of the political and social landscape of 17th century England, as well as the intellectual and philosophical debates of the time. He also provides insight into the complex relationship between Bacon and Matthew, who served as his alter ego and confidant.Overall, The Life of Sir Tobie Matthew, Bacon's Alter Ego is a fascinating look at one of the most intriguing figures of the 17th century, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England, philosophy, or intellectual life in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164102664
• ISBN13: 9781164102663
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"