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Historical Study & Educational Resources - The Craft: How the Freemasons Made the Modern World

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Book Synopsis: Insiders call it the Craft. Discover the fascinating true story of one of the most influential and misunderstood secret brotherhoods in modern society.Founded in London in 1717 as a way of binding men in fellowship, Freemasonry proved so addictive that within two decades it had spread across the globe. Masonic influence became pervasive. Under George Washington, the Craft became a creed for the new American nation. Masonic networks held the British empire together. Under Napoleon, the Craft became a tool of authoritarianism and then a cover for revolutionary conspiracy. Both the Mormon Church and the Sicilian mafia owe their origins to Freemasonry.Yet the Masons were as feared as they were influential. In the eyes of the Catholic Church, Freemasonry has always been a den of devil-worshippers. For Hitler, Mussolini and Franco, the Lodges spread the diseases of pacifism, socialism and Jewish influence, so had to be crushed.Freemasonry's story yokes together Winston Churchill and Walt Disney; Wolfgang Mozart and Shaquille O'Neal; Benjamin Franklin and Buzz Aldrin; Rudyard Kipling and 'Buffalo Bill' Cody; Duke Ellington and the Duke of Wellington.John Dickie's The Craft is an enthralling exploration of a the world's most famous and misunderstood secret brotherhood, a movement that not only helped to forge modern society, but has substantial contemporary influence, with 400,000 members in Britain, over a million in the USA, and around six million across the world.

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Unlock the secrets of history with "The Craft: How the Freemasons Made the Modern World" book. Dive into the captivating narrative of Freemasonry, one of the most enigmatic brotherhoods in modern society. Uncover the intriguing origins of Freemasonry, dating back to 1717 in London, and its rapid global spread within just two decades.

Delve deeper into the influential web of Freemasonry that intertwined with major historical events and figures. From George Washington using it as a creed for the American nation to its role in both holding and challenging empires, Freemasonry's impact spans far and wide. Discover how Freemasonry influenced diverse entities like the Mormon Church, the Sicilian mafia, and even famous personalities like Mozart and Buzz Aldrin.

Experience the enthralling journey through Freemasonry's tumultuous history, from being revered to feared by different factions. Gain insight into the controversies and contradictions surrounding Freemasonry, such as being viewed as devil worshippers by the Catholic Church and as spreaders of undesirable ideas by Hitler, Mussolini, and Franco. Unravel the mysteries that connect iconic names like Churchill, Disney, Franklin, and more.

Join the millions worldwide who have been captivated by Freemasonry's allure by discovering its story in "The Craft" by John Dickie. With its contemporary influence reflected in the many members across the globe, this book sheds light on a fascinating brotherhood that has shaped modern society in ways you never imagined.

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