where did robert boyle live
It has been said that Robert Boyle, the âFather of Modern Chemistryâ, was the most important scientist ever born in Ireland. In fact it has been argued that of all historical figures born in Ireland he had the greatest impact on the course of human history. (See Article by David McWilliams here). Robert Boyle was born in Lismore Castle on 27th January 1627. He was the youngest-and favourite-son of the Great Earl of Cork, Richard Boyle and his second wife Catherine Fenton. Robert spent his early childhood at Lismore before being sent to Eton at the age of 8.