Albert Pike A Biography (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162559711)

""Albert Pike: A Biography"" by Fred W. Allsopp is a comprehensive account of the life and work of Albert Pike, a prominent figure in American history. Pike was a lawyer, soldier, writer, and Freemason who played a significant role in the development of the Masonic order in the United States. The book begins with Pike's early life, including his upbringing in Massachusetts and his education at Harvard Law School. It then follows his career as a lawyer and his involvement in the Mexican-American War, where he served as a brigadier general. The biography also delves into Pike's literary works, including his poetry and his influential book ""Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry."" The book explores Pike's views on Freemasonry and his efforts to promote its teachings and principles.Throughout the biography, Allsopp provides insights into Pike's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends. The book also examines Pike's controversial views on race and slavery, which have been the subject of much debate in recent years.Overall, ""Albert Pike: A Biography"" is a well-researched and engaging account of a fascinating figure in American history. It offers a detailed look at Pike's life and legacy, and provides valuable insights into the development of Freemasonry in the United States.Pike is the best loved of all Freemasons. Learn what made him the remarkable man he was. Contents: Struggle for an Education; First Adventure in the West; Exciting Experiences; Returning North; He Reaches Fort Smith; His Removal to Little Rock; His Marriage; Enters Upon Practice of Law; Unofficial Public Services; War With Mexico; Duel With Colonel Roane; Pike's Scholarship; Published and Unpublished Works; Confederate Service; Order for His Arrest; Becoming a Recluse; His Masonic Career; His Plea for Fraternalism; Reply to Pope Leo XIII; Wake of the Fine Arkansas Gentleman; Some Personal Characteristics; Close of an Eventful Life.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.

Author: Fred W. Allsopp
ISBN-10: 1162559713
ISBN-13: 9781162559711
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 434
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.88d