A Brief History of the Freemasons by Jasper Ridley

A Brief History of the Freemasons by Jasper Ridley

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Ridley separates myth from truth about the Freemasons and describes the development of the secret society from its origins amongst the masons working on the great cathedrals of the Middle Ages.

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A Brief History of the Freemasons by Jasper Ridley

Ridley separates myth from truth about the Freemasons and describes the development of the secret society from its origins amongst the masons working on the great cathedrals of the Middle Ages.
Although some of his revelations are surprising and perhaps controversial, his greatest service is in dispelling many of the myths and fears surrounding freemasonryThis work of popular history sheds light on a frequently obscure subject. * Book List *
Jasper Ridley was a former barrister turned author and became one of England's leading biographers. His later works included lives of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. His book on Lord Palmerston won the James Tait Black prize. His last work, The Freemasons, was highly acclaimed.
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ISBN 13 9781845296780
ISBN 10 1845296788
Title A Brief History of the Freemasons
Author Jasper Ridley
Series Brief Histories
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
Year published 2008-05-29
Number of pages 352
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