# Roger Bacon — Hudibras character guide

> Roger Bacon in Hudibras by Samuel Butler.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Friar Bacon, Bacon

**First appearance:** 0003-part-i-canto-i

## Who they are

Medieval philosopher and scientist, referenced as a magician.

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