Bacon Masonry: Revealing The Meaning Of That Mystic Word And Showing Francis Bacon To Be The Original Designer Of Speculative Freemas (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161599565)

Bacon Masonry is a book written by George V. Tudhope that explores the origins and meaning of the word ""masonry"" in the context of speculative Freemasonry. The author argues that Francis Bacon, a prominent philosopher and statesman during the Elizabethan era, was the original designer of speculative Freemasonry.The book delves into the history of Bacon's life and work, including his interest in the occult and his involvement in the Rosicrucian movement. The author also examines the symbolism and allegory present in Freemasonry, arguing that it is rooted in Bacon's philosophy and ideas.Throughout the book, Tudhope provides detailed analysis of various Masonic symbols and rituals, drawing connections to Bacon's work and beliefs. He also explores the role of Bacon's followers in the development of Freemasonry, and the influence of Baconian philosophy on the wider world of esoteric thought.Overall, Bacon Masonry offers a unique and thought-provoking perspective on the origins and meaning of Freemasonry, and the role of Francis Bacon in its development. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry, the occult, and the intellectual history of early modern Europe.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: George V. Tudhope
ISBN-10: 1161599568
ISBN-13: 9781161599565
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.38d