A Dictionary Of Freemasonry: A Compendium Of Masonic History, Symbolism, Rituals, Literature, And Myth
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Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Few secret societies have captured the imagination of historians, conspiracy theorists, and scholars alike quite like the Freemasons, and Robert Macoy's A Dictionary of Freemasonry stands as one of the most authoritative and comprehensive reference works ever assembled on the subject. This meticulously compiled compendium chronicles the vast landscape of Masonic history, uncovers the layered symbolism embedded in its rituals, and presents the rich literary and mythological traditions that have shaped one of the world's most enduring fraternal orders. Illustrated with 300 engravings, the volume brings to vivid life the visual language of Freemasonry, making it an indispensable resource for initiates, scholars, and curious minds alike. Macoy writes with the precision of a dedicated scholar and the passion of a committed Mason, drawing on decades of research to produce a work of remarkable breadth and depth. A Dictionary of Freemasonry argues, through its very structure, that Masonic tradition is not merely a set of secret handshakes and ceremonial rites, but a living philosophical and cultural system with roots stretching back through the centuries. Whether you seek to understand the allegorical significance of the square and compass, trace the origins of lodge ceremonies, or decode the mythological underpinnings of Masonic legend, this volume is an essential guide — one that raises as many fascinating questions as it answers.
Author: Robert Macoy
Format: Hardback
Genre: Dictionaries
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Few secret societies have captured the imagination of historians, conspiracy theorists, and scholars alike quite like the Freemasons, and Robert Macoy's A Dictionary of Freemasonry stands as one of the most authoritative and comprehensive reference works ever assembled on the subject. This meticulously compiled compendium chronicles the vast landscape of Masonic history, uncovers the layered symbolism embedded in its rituals, and presents the rich literary and mythological traditions that have shaped one of the world's most enduring fraternal orders. Illustrated with 300 engravings, the volume brings to vivid life the visual language of Freemasonry, making it an indispensable resource for initiates, scholars, and curious minds alike. Macoy writes with the precision of a dedicated scholar and the passion of a committed Mason, drawing on decades of research to produce a work of remarkable breadth and depth. A Dictionary of Freemasonry argues, through its very structure, that Masonic tradition is not merely a set of secret handshakes and ceremonial rites, but a living philosophical and cultural system with roots stretching back through the centuries. Whether you seek to understand the allegorical significance of the square and compass, trace the origins of lodge ceremonies, or decode the mythological underpinnings of Masonic legend, this volume is an essential guide — one that raises as many fascinating questions as it answers.