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Brief History of the Freemasons
Jasper Ridley
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Description for Brief History of the Freemasons
Paperback. Separates myth from truth and describes the development of the society from its origins amongst the masons working upon the great cathedrals of the Middle Ages Series: Brief Histories. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: HBT; JFSV1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 23. Weight in Grams: 258.
The history of the Freemasons has often been shrouded in mystery and suspicion.
Since 1717, with the establishment of the Grand Lodge in London, the Freemasons have been a power within the nation, withstanding public disapproval and attacks, from the Catholic Church among others.
Throughout the last three hundred years, the Freemasons have been influential in some of the most important turning points in world history.
Jasper Ridley explores the role of the society in both the American and French Revolutions and whether Mozart's The Magic Flute was an exposé of secret rituals. He ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Robinson
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Series
Brief Histories
Condition
New
Weight
257g
Number of Pages
352
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781845296780
SKU
V9781845296780
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About Jasper Ridley
Jasper Ridley was a former barrister turned author and became one of England's leading biographers. His later works included lives of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. His book on Lord Palmerston won the James Tait Black prize. His last work, The Freemasons, was highly acclaimed.
Reviews for Brief History of the Freemasons
Although some of his revelations are surprising and perhaps controversial, his greatest service is in dispelling many of the myths and fears surrounding freemasonry. This work of popular history sheds light on a frequently obscure subject.
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