""The Bacons and Shakespeare, Their Lives in Parallel Lines: With Incidental Discussions on the Plays and Poems of Shakespeare"" is a book written by Harry Stratford Caldecott and published in 1908. The book explores the lives of two of the most famous figures in English literature, Francis Bacon and William Shakespeare, and draws parallels between their lives and works. Caldecott delves into the historical context of the Elizabethan era, examining the social, political, and cultural influences that shaped the lives of Bacon and Shakespeare. He explores the similarities and differences between the two men, their education, their careers, and their literary styles. In addition to the biographical aspects of the book, Caldecott also offers his own analysis and interpretation of Shakespeare's plays and poems. He provides insights into the themes, characters, and language of Shakespeare's works, offering a unique perspective on the literary genius of the playwright. Overall, ""The Bacons and Shakespeare, Their Lives in Parallel Lines"" is a comprehensive examination of two of the most important figures in English literature, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of their lives, works, and legacies.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.