New Atlantis

Francis Bacon

Mrt. 2023 · Interactive Media · Voorgelees deur Oliver Adams

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The story is set on the fictional island of Bensalem, which is discovered by a group of European travellers lost at sea. Upon arriving on the island, the travellers are welcomed by the locals, who are members of a religious and scientific society called the House of Salomon's House. The society is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and the betterment of human life through science and technology. The travellers are impressed by the advanced technology and knowledge of the inhabitants of Bensalem, including their ability to communicate with ships at sea through a sophisticated system of mirrors. They also learn about the society's strict rules and regulations, which govern all aspects of life on the island. Read in English, unabridged.