The Secrets of the Lost Symbol: Unlocking the Masonic code

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Explores all aspects of the most talked about secret society in the world, from its most famous members to its infamous history, revealing the facts behind the fiction of Dan Brown’s new blockbuster. For centuries the Freemasonry has been the subject of rumour and intrigue. From its obscure origins to the suspicion that it exercises huge influence on government and multinational corporations, there has always been more than a whiff of controversy about the organisation. Secrets of the Lost Symbol reveals the truth behind the myths, sifts the facts from the fiction, and unveils the mysterious rites and ceremonies. Ian Gittins delves deep into the true origins of the society, its philosophy and practices, describes the rituals, and profiles a number of key figures. Along the way, he also shows where fact and fiction have fought, and fiction has won the battle. Review: Mixed Up - This book doesn't seem able to decide whether it wants to give a considered history and view on Freemasonry or attack the novels of Dan Brown. I think it assumes that people have read the Brown books. At times it is an interesting insight into Freemasonry but then gets bogged down with the rituals that soon lose their interest. It's a a fractured book that at times bursts into vitriol about the novels of Dan Brown without realising that anybody with half a brain realise that these novels are purely fictional and are a good read but little else. So chill out a bit Mr Gittins and write something useful rather than jumping onto the code bandwagon.