Publisher's Synopsis
Northumbrian Masonry and the Development of the Craft in England is a comprehensive book written by John Strachan that explores the history of Freemasonry in Northumbria, England. The book provides a detailed account of the origins of Freemasonry in Northumbria, tracing its development from the earliest known records to the present day.The author examines the role of Northumbrian masons in the development of the craft in England, exploring the unique features of Northumbrian masonry and how it influenced the wider craft. He also looks at the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Northumbrian masonry, and how this led to changes in the craft and its practices.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Northumbrian masonry and its development. The author draws on a range of primary and secondary sources to provide a detailed and well-researched account of the history of the craft in this region.Overall, Northumbrian Masonry and the Development of the Craft in England is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry in England, particularly those with an interest in the unique features of Northumbrian masonry and its role in the development of the wider craft.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.
