The History of Initiation In Twelve Lectures; compromising detailed Account of the Rites and Mysterious Intitutions of the Ancient World by George Oliver
Publication: 1888 Robert Macoy
A scarce early printing of The History of Initiation. A Masonic work originally published in 1841 by George Oliver (1782-1867), a prolific 19th century Masonic author who was deeply involved in Freemasonry and held a high-ranking position within the United Grand Lodge of England, this work comprises twelve lectures. These lectures explore the rites, ceremonies, doctrines, and disciplines of secret and mysterious institutions from ancient civilizations. Oliver’s objective was to trace the origins and evolution of initiation practices, drawing parallels between ancient traditions and Freemasonry.
Condition: publishers blue silk cloth boards, masonic square compass on cover, discolation stain on front cover, pencil inscription to first blank sheet, floral end papers, firmly bound, a bright copy in Very Good condition