Francis Bacon; Abraham Cowley — On Gardens: Two Essays

London, Siegle, Hill & Co. 1910. Paperback. A scarce work of two charming essays on gardens, for the Astolat Oakleaf Series. Scarce work. Astolat Oakleaf Series. Two charming and lyrical essays on gardens from Francis Bacon, an English philosopher and statesman whose work remained influential in the late stages of the Scientific Revolutions, and Abraham Cowley, an English poet and essayist considered one of the leading writers of the 17th century. In the original paper wraps. Externally, smart with light shelf wear and the odd mark to the board. A 2" closed tear to the joint, starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean with light spotting to the endpapers. Contemporary ink inscription to the front endpaper. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .