My first book The Genesis of Freemasonry has just been published on its second imprint of the second edition. As my PhD on the history and development of English Freemasonry, it has captured interest since its first publication in 2009, … Continue reading →
On Saturday January 31, 2016, Mark Schmidt, Past Assistant Grand Sentinel and Missouri Royal Arch Mason Harry D. Brown Jr. of No. 284 Royal Arch Masons and a member of the Swope Park Lodge No. 617, on behalf of Masonic … Continue reading →
‘The Genesis of Freemasonry’ is the first in a series of books by Dr David Harrison which trace themes in the history of Freemasonry. Harrison is a well established and respected author and a contributor to a number of publications … Continue reading →
Many English churches and cathedrals that were built or rebuilt during the Victorian and Edwardian periods had the foundation stone or corner stone laid with Masonic honours. Indeed, many prominent Freemasons were also central to their local communities and took … Continue reading →
There are a vast number of empty and decaying mansions and lost manor houses throughout the UK that once had Masonic connections, be it that members of the family were once prominent Freemasons or that actual lodges once met there. … Continue reading →
Freemasonry attracts many men (and women) from all walks of life, and I have previously discussed politicians, scientists and writers that have changed and shaped not only the Craft, but the world around them as well. There were also a … Continue reading →
In my first book ‘The Genesis of Freemasonry’ I discussed the importance of the Watkin Williams Wynn family to Freemasonry, a number of prominent members serving as Provincial Grand Masters in Wales during the nineteenth and twentieth century. Sir Watkin … Continue reading →
The new limited edition hardback of The Transformation of Freemasonry is now out through Arima Publishing; it has been re-edited with additional discussions in certain chapters, all color prints (with additional prints in certain sections) and an extended index and … Continue reading →
Recent Magazines which feature articles and reviews on the critically acclaimed book ‘The Genesis of Freemasonry’ ‘Magic Masons’ – an article discussing the book ‘The Genesis of Freemasonry’ by the author – supported by an excellent review of the book … Continue reading →
This book is a revealing and thoroughly enjoyable journey through the intricate history of English Freemasonry. Historian Dr David Harrison reconstructs the hidden history of the movement, tracing its roots through a mixture of mediaeval guild societies, magic, alchemy and … Continue reading →
