King's Master Masons

By W. J. Williams

Book Overview

King's Master Masons is a book written by W.J. Williams that explores the history and significance of the Freemasons during the reign of King George IV of England. The book delves into the intricate rituals and practices of the Masonic order, as well as the role of its members in shaping the political and social landscape of the time. Williams provides a detailed account of the lives and accomplishments of some of the most prominent Master Masons of the era, including the Duke of Sussex and Sir John Soane. The book also examines the relationship between the Freemasons and the monarchy, shedding light on the influence that the order had on the King and his court. Overall, King's Master Masons offers a fascinating glimpse into the secretive world of the Freemasons and their impact on British society in the early 19th century.This essay is an attempt to bring together such particulars as are available in the public records of England and some other sources of information with reference to the Master Masons of the Kings of England. It is affirmed of Masonry that in every age monarchs themselves have been promoters of the art and have not thought it derogatory to their dignity to exchange the scepter for the trowel, and they have patronized the mysteries and joined the assemblies of Masonry.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: 1162592362
• ISBN13: 9781162592367
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"