The History of the Rosicrucian Societies in Anglia

The History of the Rosicrucian Societies in Anglia is a book written by W. Wynn Westcott, which provides a comprehensive account of the origins and development of the Rosicrucian movement in England. The book explores the various Rosicrucian societies that emerged in England during the 18th and 19th centuries, examining their beliefs, practices, and influence on the wider spiritual and intellectual landscape of the time.Westcott draws on a range of historical sources, including original documents and personal accounts, to trace the evolution of the Rosicrucian tradition in England. He explores the key figures and organizations involved in the movement, including the Golden Dawn, the Societas Rosicruciana in Anglia, and the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, and discusses their contributions to the development of esoteric knowledge and spiritual practice.The book also delves into the cultural and political context in which the Rosicrucian societies emerged, exploring the impact of scientific and philosophical developments on the spiritual landscape of the time. Westcott examines the influence of figures such as Francis Bacon, John Dee, and Isaac Newton on the Rosicrucian tradition, and discusses the wider cultural and intellectual currents that shaped the movement.Overall, The History of the Rosicrucian Societies in Anglia provides a rich and detailed account of the Rosicrucian tradition in England, shedding light on its origins, evolution, and enduring legacy in the spiritual and intellectual history of the country.1900. In accordance with the request of the High Council, Dr. Wynn Westcott wrote this monograph of the history of the Rosicrucian Society, with a notice of Rosicrucianism in general, and as a record of the proceedings and studies of the several colleges during the period of thirty-six years since the institution of the Rosicrucian Fraternity, in its present form, in England.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.