The Magus of Freemasonry :The Mysterious Life of Elias Ashmole--Scientist, Alchemist, and Founder of the Royal Society
The Magus of Freemasonry :The Mysterious Life of Elias Ashmole--Scientist, Alchemist, and Founder of the Royal Society
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Published:
27 June, 2006
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781594771224 |
| ISBN10 | 1594771227 |
| Number Of Pages | 320 |
| Item Weight | 327 g |
| Product Dimensions | 152 x 229 x 18 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
“Reads like an adventure novel. Ashmole was one of the leading intellectual and spiritual lights of the time, an accomplished alchemist, and close friend to some of the most brilliant men in England. Churton has given us a compelling picture of Ashmole’s life, the city in which he lived, and the guild structure of the time.” * Scottish Rite Journal of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, USA *
"This book is not only an excellent reference on the life of Elias Ashmole but also a most needed, in-depth study into the early transition from Operative to Speculative Freemasonry. It is highly recommended reading for the Masonic scholar." * Gigi Minor, Ladyfogg's Reviews, Sept 2006 *
Author's Bio
Tobias Churton is an Honorary Fellow of Exeter University where he is a course lecturer on Freemasonry and Rosicrucianism and teaches in England’s first master’s program in Western Esotericism. He studied theology at Oxford University and created the award-winning documentary series and accompanying book The Gnostics as well as several other films on Christian doctrine, mysticism, and magical folklore. He is the founding editor of Freemasonry Today magazine and author of Gnostic Philosophy. He lives in England.