the Baconians

The Baconians are a group of scholars who believe that Sir Francis Bacon, the English philosopher and statesman, was the true author of William Shakespeare's plays and poetry. They argue that Bacon's extensive knowledge, political influence, and intellectual background make him a more plausible playwright than William Shakespeare of Stratford-upon-Avon. This theory challenges the conventional view that Shakespeare himself authored the works attributed to him. The Baconians base their claims on cryptic language, hidden meanings, and supposed references within the texts, fostering ongoing debate about the true authorship of Shakespeare's works.