A Brief History of Secret Societies
$43.76
- Paperback
368 pages
- Release Date
26 July 2007
Summary
A Brief History of Secret Societies examines the significant hidden power wielded by clandestine organisations from ancient times right up to the present day. Throughout history, humankind’s search for knowledge has revealed strange truths. Barrett explores the powerful attraction of esoteric religious beliefs and reveals how such societies have gained a powerful hold on the popular imagination. He presents an unbiased and balanced history of humanity’s desire to uncover secret knowl…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781845296155 |
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| ISBN-10: | 184529615X |
| Author: | David V. Barrett |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Imprint: | Robinson Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 368 |
| Release Date: | 26 July 2007 |
| Weight: | 260g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 128mm x 26mm |
| Series: | Brief Histories |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
”‘In a field normally typified by confusion and ignorance this book is clear, concise, informative and to be recommended’ Michael Baigent, Holy Blood and the Holy Grail”
About The Author
David V. Barrett
David Barrett is a leading expert on religion and esoteric belief. He is the author of The New Believers (Cassell). He reviews regularly in the Independent, the Fortean Times, TLS and New Scientist.
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