Short Masonic History

Short Masonic History by Frederick Armitage is a concise and informative book that provides readers with a brief overview of the history of Freemasonry. The book explores the origins of Freemasonry, tracing its roots back to the medieval guilds of stonemasons and examining its development over the centuries.Armitage delves into the symbolism and rituals of Freemasonry, explaining the significance of the various symbols and practices that are central to the organization. He also explores the role of Freemasonry in society, examining its impact on politics, religion, and culture.Throughout the book, Armitage provides readers with fascinating insights into the world of Freemasonry, shedding light on its inner workings and dispelling some of the myths and misconceptions that surround the organization. With its clear and accessible writing style, Short Masonic History is an ideal introduction to Freemasonry for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating and often misunderstood institution.1911. Contents: King's Mason's; alchemists; the craft in its early days; Grand Lodge at York; Book of Constitutions; ritual; legend in the Third Degree; Mark Degree; royal ark mariners; royal arch; Templar Masonry; knights of Malta; earlier higher degrees; Royal Order of Scotland; ancient and accepted Scottish rite; some other higher Masonic degrees; Cagliostro and his Egyptian order; lady Masons; list of authors quoted. Wonderful illustrations and prints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.