The History and Manual of Odd Fellowship (Classic Reprint)

By Theodore a Ross

The History and Manual of Odd Fellowship by Theodore A. Ross is a comprehensive guide to the origins, principles, and practices of the Odd Fellows fraternal organization. The book provides a detailed history of the organization, from its roots in medieval Europe to its development in North America and around the world. It also includes a thorough examination of the Odd Fellows' core values, such as charity, friendship, and truth, and how they are reflected in the group's rituals and ceremonies. Additionally, the book offers a practical manual for members, outlining the various degrees of membership, the responsibilities of officers, and the rules and regulations of the organization. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and workings of the Odd Fellows, as well as for members seeking to deepen their understanding of the organization's mission and values.1907. This book was written to satisfy a want long felt in Odd Fellowship. Notwithstanding the existence in America of this Society since 1819, its history, aims, objects and its extraordinary success in its peculiar work are little understood by the community at large. The aim was to produce a convenient, compact and complete book of reference to everything connected with Odd Fellowship that will instruct and enlighten the reader and furnish him with a comprehensive exposition of its teachings, duties, objects and the wonderful results already attained. 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162593415
• ISBN13: 9781162593418
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 742 Pages
• Weight: 3.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"