The Proficience and Advancement of Learning

This 1605 work by Francis Bacon is a significant contribution to the development of empirical philosophy, advocating for a systematic approach to knowledge. Its influence extends to the taxonomic structure of the Encyclopédie, shaping the organization of knowledge in the Enlightenment. Bacon's exploration of both divine and human learning underscores the importance of empirical methods in understanding the world, marking a pivotal moment in the history of philosophy and education.