Author: R. A. Lafferty
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 159853646X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Wolf Hall meets The Man in the High Castle in this mind-bending science fiction classic, now presented in an authoritative new edition from Library of America Plucked from time, Sir Thomas More arrives on the human colony of Astrobe in the year 2535 A.D., where there is trouble in utopia. Can he and his motley followers save this golden world from the Programmed Persons, and the soulless perfection they have engineered? The survival of faith itself is at stake in this thrilling, uncategorizable, wildly inventive first novel—but the adventure is more than one of ideas. As astonishingly as Philip K. Dick and other visionaries of the 1960s new wave, Lafferty turns the conventions of space-opera science fiction upside-down and inside-out. Here are fractured allegories, tales-within-tales, twinkle-in-the-eye surprises, fantastic byways, and alien subjectivities that take one's breath away. Neil Gaiman has described Lafferty “a genius, an oddball, a madman”; Gene Wolfe calls him “our most original writer." Long-hailed by insiders and now with an introduction by Andrew Ferguson as well as unpublished omitted passages included in the notes, Past Master deserves to perplex and delight a wider audience.
Past Master
Author: R. A. Lafferty
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 159853646X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Wolf Hall meets The Man in the High Castle in this mind-bending science fiction classic, now presented in an authoritative new edition from Library of America Plucked from time, Sir Thomas More arrives on the human colony of Astrobe in the year 2535 A.D., where there is trouble in utopia. Can he and his motley followers save this golden world from the Programmed Persons, and the soulless perfection they have engineered? The survival of faith itself is at stake in this thrilling, uncategorizable, wildly inventive first novel—but the adventure is more than one of ideas. As astonishingly as Philip K. Dick and other visionaries of the 1960s new wave, Lafferty turns the conventions of space-opera science fiction upside-down and inside-out. Here are fractured allegories, tales-within-tales, twinkle-in-the-eye surprises, fantastic byways, and alien subjectivities that take one's breath away. Neil Gaiman has described Lafferty “a genius, an oddball, a madman”; Gene Wolfe calls him “our most original writer." Long-hailed by insiders and now with an introduction by Andrew Ferguson as well as unpublished omitted passages included in the notes, Past Master deserves to perplex and delight a wider audience.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 159853646X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Wolf Hall meets The Man in the High Castle in this mind-bending science fiction classic, now presented in an authoritative new edition from Library of America Plucked from time, Sir Thomas More arrives on the human colony of Astrobe in the year 2535 A.D., where there is trouble in utopia. Can he and his motley followers save this golden world from the Programmed Persons, and the soulless perfection they have engineered? The survival of faith itself is at stake in this thrilling, uncategorizable, wildly inventive first novel—but the adventure is more than one of ideas. As astonishingly as Philip K. Dick and other visionaries of the 1960s new wave, Lafferty turns the conventions of space-opera science fiction upside-down and inside-out. Here are fractured allegories, tales-within-tales, twinkle-in-the-eye surprises, fantastic byways, and alien subjectivities that take one's breath away. Neil Gaiman has described Lafferty “a genius, an oddball, a madman”; Gene Wolfe calls him “our most original writer." Long-hailed by insiders and now with an introduction by Andrew Ferguson as well as unpublished omitted passages included in the notes, Past Master deserves to perplex and delight a wider audience.
The Old Past Master: Foundations of Freemasonry Series
Author: Carl H. Claudy
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1631184644
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
Masonic author Carl Claudy presents 24 tales, in the form of advice being given to a younger mason, by the Old Past Master. These are all on masonic topics such as: brotherly love, charity, landmarks, symbols and much more. Any one of them is a great jumping off point for a lodge presentation or discussion.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1631184644
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
Masonic author Carl Claudy presents 24 tales, in the form of advice being given to a younger mason, by the Old Past Master. These are all on masonic topics such as: brotherly love, charity, landmarks, symbols and much more. Any one of them is a great jumping off point for a lodge presentation or discussion.
The Etiquette of Freemasonry
Author: An Old Past Master
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1626366098
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
First written in 1890, The Etiquette of Freemasonry is a timeless window into the mysterious traditions and practices of one of history’s most intriguing secret societies. This straightforward guide blends instruction with philosophical reasoning to capture the true spirit of the Freemason brethren. Readers will get the chance to walk in the footsteps of the Freemasons and finally peek behind the veil of mystery. Discover such hidden mysteries as: the meaning of the “Jewels of the Lodge,” how ancient ceremonial rites are conducted, and the details of rituals of ascension required to become a First-, Second-, and Third-degree Mason. A vital resource for historians, students, Freemasons, and anyone who has ever been interested in modern cults, The Etiquette of Freemasonry answers the question, “What does it mean to be a Free and Accepted Mason?”
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1626366098
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
First written in 1890, The Etiquette of Freemasonry is a timeless window into the mysterious traditions and practices of one of history’s most intriguing secret societies. This straightforward guide blends instruction with philosophical reasoning to capture the true spirit of the Freemason brethren. Readers will get the chance to walk in the footsteps of the Freemasons and finally peek behind the veil of mystery. Discover such hidden mysteries as: the meaning of the “Jewels of the Lodge,” how ancient ceremonial rites are conducted, and the details of rituals of ascension required to become a First-, Second-, and Third-degree Mason. A vital resource for historians, students, Freemasons, and anyone who has ever been interested in modern cults, The Etiquette of Freemasonry answers the question, “What does it mean to be a Free and Accepted Mason?”
Letters of Note
Author: Shaun Usher
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1838856161
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 641
Book Description
Letters of Note, the book based on the beloved website of the same name, became an instant classic on publication in 2013, selling hundreds of thousands of copies. This new edition sees the collection of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and unusual letters updated with fourteen riveting new missives and a new introduction from curator Shaun Usher. From Virginia Woolf's heart-breaking suicide letter to Queen Elizabeth II's recipe for drop scones sent to President Eisenhower; from the first recorded use of the expression 'OMG' in a letter to Winston Churchill, to Gandhi's appeal for calm to Hitler; and from Iggy Pop's beautiful letter of advice to a troubled young fan, to Leonardo da Vinci's remarkable job application letter, Letters of Note is a celebration of the power of written correspondence which captures the humour, seriousness, sadness and brilliance that make up all of our lives.
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1838856161
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 641
Book Description
Letters of Note, the book based on the beloved website of the same name, became an instant classic on publication in 2013, selling hundreds of thousands of copies. This new edition sees the collection of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and unusual letters updated with fourteen riveting new missives and a new introduction from curator Shaun Usher. From Virginia Woolf's heart-breaking suicide letter to Queen Elizabeth II's recipe for drop scones sent to President Eisenhower; from the first recorded use of the expression 'OMG' in a letter to Winston Churchill, to Gandhi's appeal for calm to Hitler; and from Iggy Pop's beautiful letter of advice to a troubled young fan, to Leonardo da Vinci's remarkable job application letter, Letters of Note is a celebration of the power of written correspondence which captures the humour, seriousness, sadness and brilliance that make up all of our lives.
Old Tiler Talks
Author: Carl H. Claudy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781494020033
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781494020033
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.
Enhance Your Masonic Knowledge
Author: Ronald Hart
Publisher: Lewis Masonic Pub
ISBN: 9780853184300
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of articles by Ronald J. R. Hart, PProvJGD, SLGR, with particular emphasis on his many years of research into the architecture and symbolism of Freemasonry. The book contains chapters on the most ancient Lodge and Temple (Kilwinning), the origins of our Lodge columns, the symbolism of the Past Master’s jewel, myth and legend, glimpses of Royal Arch Ritual and the Vault, some of the symbols of the First Degree, and the symbols of the Second Degree. Do you want to enhance your Masonic knowledge? This book will give you answers to many of the Masonic questions commonly asked. Where does Freemasonry come from? What does the Past Master’s jewel really symbolize? What do the columns in our Lodges signify? What is the symbolism within our Three Degrees? Which Lodge is the oldest? What does the Holy Royal Arch and its Ritual symbolize?
Publisher: Lewis Masonic Pub
ISBN: 9780853184300
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of articles by Ronald J. R. Hart, PProvJGD, SLGR, with particular emphasis on his many years of research into the architecture and symbolism of Freemasonry. The book contains chapters on the most ancient Lodge and Temple (Kilwinning), the origins of our Lodge columns, the symbolism of the Past Master’s jewel, myth and legend, glimpses of Royal Arch Ritual and the Vault, some of the symbols of the First Degree, and the symbols of the Second Degree. Do you want to enhance your Masonic knowledge? This book will give you answers to many of the Masonic questions commonly asked. Where does Freemasonry come from? What does the Past Master’s jewel really symbolize? What do the columns in our Lodges signify? What is the symbolism within our Three Degrees? Which Lodge is the oldest? What does the Holy Royal Arch and its Ritual symbolize?
Worshipful Master's Guidebook
Author: James F Hatcher, III Brother
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781493751792
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Book I in the Series: Tools for the 21st Century Mason This guidebook has been written by a Past Master, who shares with you the special advice he received and noted from Past Masters over a five year period as he progressed through the officer line to the Oriental Chair. It contains proven advice for new Worshipful Masters of Masonic Lodges, and allows Past Masters to pass on what they feel is vital information to succeeding Masters, improving their quality of leadership and giving them a winning year in the East. It is intended to be written in like a personal diary and to be updated each year, passing from one Worshipful Master to the next. It contains a collection of tidbits of wisdom from those who have been there to those who have just arrived. It is a keepsake record of the advice of the Past Masters of your Lodge that may be handed down year after year. Get a copy for presentation to your Lodge and start inscribing history in your Lodge today. This book is a special “working” gift, worthy to be presented to any Masonic Lodge, initially to be given to the Worshipful Master and entered into the Lodge Archives when completed. THANK YOU for your business! A portion of your purchase will go toward improving Freemasonry through Charity, Brotherhood and Service to others!
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781493751792
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Book I in the Series: Tools for the 21st Century Mason This guidebook has been written by a Past Master, who shares with you the special advice he received and noted from Past Masters over a five year period as he progressed through the officer line to the Oriental Chair. It contains proven advice for new Worshipful Masters of Masonic Lodges, and allows Past Masters to pass on what they feel is vital information to succeeding Masters, improving their quality of leadership and giving them a winning year in the East. It is intended to be written in like a personal diary and to be updated each year, passing from one Worshipful Master to the next. It contains a collection of tidbits of wisdom from those who have been there to those who have just arrived. It is a keepsake record of the advice of the Past Masters of your Lodge that may be handed down year after year. Get a copy for presentation to your Lodge and start inscribing history in your Lodge today. This book is a special “working” gift, worthy to be presented to any Masonic Lodge, initially to be given to the Worshipful Master and entered into the Lodge Archives when completed. THANK YOU for your business! A portion of your purchase will go toward improving Freemasonry through Charity, Brotherhood and Service to others!
Unmasking Freemasonry
Author: Selwyn Stevens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781877463006
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781877463006
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Scottish Rite Ritual Monitor and Guide
Author: Art DeHoyos
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780970874924
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 952
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780970874924
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 952
Book Description
Guide to the Tylers Work
Author: Duncan Adams
Publisher: Lewis Masonic Pub
ISBN: 9780853181729
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This is an entirely different type of ritual guidance manual, aimed at assisting the officer tot understanding his existing ritual book more fully, and as an aid to learning. It is taken for granted that the Lodge will have adopted one of the standard working rituals, and that the Tyler will be equipped with a copy of the same ritual.
Publisher: Lewis Masonic Pub
ISBN: 9780853181729
Category : Freemasonry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This is an entirely different type of ritual guidance manual, aimed at assisting the officer tot understanding his existing ritual book more fully, and as an aid to learning. It is taken for granted that the Lodge will have adopted one of the standard working rituals, and that the Tyler will be equipped with a copy of the same ritual.