Isola Comacina And The Comacines: A History Of Early Freemasons

By W. Ravenscroft

Book Overview

""Isola Comacina and the Comacines: A History of Early Freemasons"" by W. Ravenscroft is a comprehensive account of the history and significance of the Comacine masters, a group of skilled builders and architects who were instrumental in the construction of many of the great cathedrals and churches of medieval Europe. The book explores the origins of the Comacines on the island of Isola Comacina in Lake Como, Italy, and traces their development as a secret society of stonemasons and architects who shared their knowledge and skills across Europe. Drawing on a wide range of historical sources, Ravenscroft provides a detailed and engaging account of the Comacines' influence on the development of Gothic architecture, as well as their role in the establishment of the Freemasons. With its richly detailed narrative and insightful analysis, ""Isola Comacina and the Comacines"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of architecture, secret societies, and the medieval period in Europe.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Comacines, by W. Ravenscroft. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564590542.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162845953
• ISBN13: 9781162845951
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"