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Acclaimed Masonic historian, Robert Freke Gould, offers his classic work on Masonic history. From the Ancient Mysteries, Operative Masonry, early Grand Lodges to Freemasonry around the world, this highly respected book should be studied by all Masons. Photographic reproduction of the 1903 edition.
Enter the world of freemasonry through the eyes of one of its foremost historians in this collection of essays and papers. Robert Freke Gould offers insightful commentary on various aspects of the craft, from its history and symbolism to its organization and rituals. This book is an essential read for all freemasons and anyone interested in the history and philosophy of the craft. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Title varies slightly; v. 2 ... By Robert Freke Gould ... assisted by W.J. Hughan ... and others.
They built some of the first communal structures on the empire's frontiers. The empire's most powerful proconsuls sought entrance into their lodges. Their public rituals drew dense crowds from Montreal to Madras. The Ancient Free and Accepted Masons were quintessential builders of empire, argues Jessica Harland-Jacobs. In this first study of the relationship between Freemasonry and British imperialism, Harland-Jacobs takes readers on a journey across two centuries and five continents, demonstrating that from the moment it left Britain's shores, Freemasonry proved central to the building and cohesion of the British Empire. The organization formally emerged in 1717 as a fraternity identified w...