Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Freemasonry V5 is a comprehensive book written by Albert G. Mackey that delves into the origins, evolution, and practices of the Freemasonry fraternity. This volume is the fifth in a series of books that explore the history of Freemasonry from its earliest days to the present. The book covers various topics related to Freemasonry, including its symbols, rituals, and beliefs. It also discusses the role of Freemasonry in shaping the history of different countries and cultures. The author provides a detailed account of the different Masonic lodges, their traditions, and their contributions to society. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Freemasonry, its history, and its impact on society.1898. Volume 5 of 7. The history of its introduction and progress in the United States; the history of Freemasonry and the history of the A.A. Scottish rite. This volume deals with the history of Masonry, with chapters entitled: union of the two Grand Lodges; Grand Lodge of France; origin of the Grand Orient in France; origin of the Royal Arch; Royal Arch Masonry in America; history of Christian knighthood; Knight Templarism in America; Freemasonry in America, among others. Handsomely illustrated.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.