An intriguing exploration of the connections between Francis Bacon and William Shakespeare, two of the greatest minds of the Elizabethan era. Written by William Henry Smith, a scholar of English literature and philosophy, this book argues that Bacon was the true author of Shakespeare's plays, and examines the evidence supporting this claim. With meticulous attention to detail and a passionate commitment to his subject, Smith makes a compelling case for a new understanding of this enduring literary mystery. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.