The History and Manual of Odd Fellowship (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169824461)

The History and Manual of Odd Fellowship is a comprehensive guidebook written by Theodore A. Ross that explores the origins, history, and practices of the Odd Fellows fraternal organization. The book provides a detailed overview of the principles, rituals, and ceremonies that define the Odd Fellows, as well as their contributions to society and their role in promoting social justice and equality. The author delves into the history of the organization, tracing its roots back to the Middle Ages and exploring its evolution over time. The book also includes a detailed manual that provides practical guidance for members of the Odd Fellows, including information on membership requirements, officer roles, and the various degrees of membership within the organization. Overall, The History and Manual of Odd Fellowship is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practices of the Odd Fellows, as well as for members of the organization seeking to deepen their understanding of its principles and traditions.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.

Author: Theodore A. Ross
ISBN-10: 1169824463
ISBN-13: 9781169824461
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 742
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 4.37lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.56d