The Concise History of Freemasonry

""The Concise History of Freemasonry"" by Robert Freke Gould is a comprehensive guide to the history and evolution of Freemasonry. The book provides a detailed account of the origins of the organization, tracing its roots back to the medieval stonemasons' guilds. It then follows the development of the fraternity through the centuries, exploring its various rituals, symbols, and traditions. The author delves into the controversies and conflicts that have surrounded Freemasonry throughout its history, including its alleged involvement in political intrigue and its clashes with the Catholic Church. He also examines the role of Freemasonry in the Enlightenment and the American Revolution, as well as its influence on the founding of the United States. Gould's ""The Concise History of Freemasonry"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this enigmatic organization. It provides a thorough and engaging account of the fraternity's past, shedding light on its many mysteries and controversies.Contents: Ancient Mysteries, Essenes, Roman Colleges, Culders, Vehm-Gerichte, Steinmetzen, French Corps D'Etat, Companionage, Rosicrucians; Medieval Operative Masonry; English Laws of the Middle Ages and the Freemasons; Story of the Guild; Legend of the Craft; Early Scottish Craft; Great Division in English Masonry; Concise Notice of the Additional Degrees Usually Worked; Freemasonry in Europe; Asia, East India Islands, Far East, Africa, West Indies, Central and South America; USA, Canada and Australaisa.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.