Francis Bacon's Influence On William Shakespeare

There is reason to believe that William Shakespeare, possibly the greatest writer in the English language, could be a fraud. Even though his name is signed on the collection of works, researchers and analysts have gathered information over the years that opens our eyes to the facts that he was simply unqualified to be the author of this extensive collection of literature. Many have found that Francis Bacon is a much better candidate to claim authorship of these works. Not only did he have more knowledge to compose Shakespeare's writings, but he also had reason to hide a cipher throughout it. Researchers believe the Baconian Cipher, found in much of Shakespeare's works, can change the concept of English history. The code contradicts that …show more content…
This painting is filled with cryptic symbols. Bacon is holding an apple, which is the symbol of knowledge. He is also wearing two necklaces. Each necklace is connected to a "miniature" or a small medal depicting a person. The top miniature shows a nobleman with a beard and ladies on either side of him. This man signifies Francis Bacon's father. This man doesn't look like Sir Nicholas Bacon, Francis's "father." Analysts say, "His forehead is too high, face and beard too narrow, and clothing …show more content…
He was, "one of the most remarkable men ever to walk the earth. He laid philosophical foundations for the scientific revolution. He was a visionary and a poet. Yet he walked the corridors of power and held the highest offices in the land" (The Summit Lighthouse). There are similarities in the style of Shakespeare's and Bacon's plays. They both contain historical and philosophical inaccuracies in both author's works. For example, they have identical misquotations from Aristotle. Bacon possessed the knowledge necessary to write the Shakspearian plays. He had both general and philosophical knowledge. He was a linguist and a composer. "He was a lawyer, an able barrister and a polished courtier and possessed the intimate knowledge of parliamentary law and the etiquette of the royal court revealed in the Shakespearian plays" (Sir Francis Bacon AKA William Shakespeare). Bacon visited many countries giving him background knowledge for the plays. His knowledge made the atmosphere of these plays more authentic. Francis Bacon's politically recognized viewpoints are visibly shown in Shakespeare's works. His "enemies" are frequently depicted or imitated in the plays. His personal opinions are reflected in the religious, philosophical, and educational messages of the play. Why would Bacon not want to take credit for his works if he was the author? Manly Palmer Hall