(1561-1626) English philosopher, scientist, statesman and outspoken Christian. Francis Bacon's father was Nicolas Bacon, the Lord Keeper of the Seal of Elizabeth I. He entered Trinity College Cambridge at age 12. He was a lawyer, elected to Parliament in 1584 at age 23, but removed from office 30 years later after being convicted of bribery and corruption. Bacon retired and devoted the remainder of his life to philosophy and science. He is considered the father of modern science for his advocacy of the inductive method of study. Bacon also served as the Lord Chancellor of England and his writings led to the foundation of the Royal Society.
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