Question

According to Bacon in "Of Studies", what are some books meant to be?

• A. Memorized completely
• B. Used as weapons of truth
• C. Tasted, swallowed, or chewed and digested
• D. Read aloud to others

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Tasted, swallowed, or chewed and digested

According to Bacon in his essay "Of Studies", some books are to be "tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested."

Here's what he meant:

• "Tasted": Read in parts or lightly — for fun or brief insight.

• "Swallowed": Read with moderate attention — useful but not deep.

• "Chewed and digested": Read thoroughly and thoughtfully — these are books full of wisdom and depth.