Bacon created this essay with interest in understanding the reasoning of intentional delay. Although he relates delay with danger, he accepts the fact that certain situations can be viewed with different priority and weigh the intensity of the delay.
             The purpose of this essay was to analyze the natural responses and results of delays to enlighten an audience. By deciphering the human psyche, Bacon attempts to define the standard for the results of delay and the causes of.
             The audience for this piece of literature would most likely be intended for those interested in the philosophy of delays. Bacon's reference to mythological figures indicates that the general public that interpreted this piece was in some form educated and possibly religious. Also, by utilizing metaphors that are common to the average man and therefore it is apparent that Bacon is directing his thoughts towards that very social status.
             The style that is predominant in this literature is undoubtedly indecisive writing that encompasses the positive and negative aspects of delay. His parallel structure indicates a balance between the arguments for delay, which ultimately leads him to neither condemning or praising delay.
             Bacon's essay carries a very rational and philosophical tone for its entirety. He consistently employs metaphors to support his rationality and make the assumption seem accurate the group that is inquiring about the topic. Bacon also personifies danger to cast man against a figure with delay as the impetus of their meeting.
             The author's syntax in his essay consists of lengthy loose sentences that are continuously modifying the subject of his sentences. These compound-complex thoughts contribute the overall viewpoint that the author holds because he is able to state a fact then continue with his interpretation of the subject; such as when the author states, "Nay, it were better, to meet some dangers half wa
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