""The Life of Francis Bacon"" is a biography written by Martin Davy that chronicles the fascinating life of one of the most influential figures in English history, Francis Bacon. Bacon was a philosopher, statesman, scientist, and essayist who lived during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He is widely regarded as one of the founders of the scientific method and his ideas have had a lasting impact on Western thought.Davy's biography explores...