The Essay

The Great Essayists

Monday 4 February 2008 23:00-23:15 (Radio 3)

Writer and philosopher AC Grayling explores key figures from the rich tradition of English essay writing.

Duration:

15 minutes

Playlist:

1/4. English nobleman Francis Bacon is considered to be the father of the English essay and his work, first published at the end of the 16th century, has never been out of print since.

The Essay

Episode and Playlist Information

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