The Manipulation of Christianity in the New Atlantis by Sir Francis BaconSir Francis Bacon was one of the best-known writers of his time, largely due to his advances in the field of political science. He is known as the father of modern science and is credited with creating the scientific method. Sir Francis Bacon held a wide variety of jobs and positions during his life. It was this wide range of experiences that allowed Bacon to gain insight into what was happening in the world around him. Many times Bacon disagreed with what he saw. In an effort to change what he disagreed with and persuade people to think differently, Francis Bacon assembled an extensive collection of published essays covering a wide range of topics. Additionally, Bacon wrote a book called New Atlantis. In New Atlantis, Bacon manipulates various religious fables within his utopia in order to please the general public and convey his point of view. According to Stephen McKnight, Bacon's goal is to discourage humans from seeking the "heavenly city" and to encourage them to examine what humans can do for themselves. The story begins with a European expedition sailing from Peru to China and Japan, being blown off course by powerful winds and becoming lost "in the greatest desert of waters in the world" (Bacon 4). Desperate and disoriented, the sailors beg God for mercy. As night approaches, they find themselves wandering the sea in the dark. When morning comes, they find that their prayers have been answered as they can see the land before them. As they approach the island, the natives on land tell the Europeans to leave, as they are not welcome on their land. The Europeans ask for help by explaining that there is a middle of paper......the Holy Land and have made it the main political and religious center of the Jewish people. Because of these similarities, a connection can be made between Joabin and Joab. As has been noted, many fables and religious beliefs are incorporated into Sir Francis Bacon's New Atlantis. Bacon was largely a persuasive writer and discouraged the search for a "paradise city." As the creator of the scientific method and heavily involved in political science, Bacon believed in observing the natural world and believed that more progress needed to be made here on earth. In an attempt to influence society and promote the Enlightenment movement, Bacon wrote The New Atlantis. Bacon uses religious elements to develop his version of a perfect society. By using various elements of Christianity, he managed to appeal to the general public and make his utopia more accessible..