The Shakespeare-Bacon Controversy

The Shakespeare-Bacon Controversy: A Report Of The Trial Of An Issue In Westminster Hall, June, 1627 (1902) is a book written by William Willis that delves into the long-standing debate over the true authorship of William Shakespeare's plays. The book presents a detailed account of the trial that took place in Westminster Hall in June 1627, where the issue of whether Shakespeare or Francis Bacon was the true author of the plays was argued. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the arguments presented by both sides and offers insights into the historical context of the controversy. Willis examines the evidence and testimony presented during the trial and provides a thorough examination of the various theories and speculations surrounding the Shakespeare-Bacon debate. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Shakespearean scholarship and the ongoing controversy over the true authorship of his plays.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.