Elias Ashmole: England's Masonic Pioneer

Elias Ashmole: England's Masonic Pioneer is a biographical account of the life and work of Elias Ashmole, a prominent figure in the early history of Freemasonry in England. The book is written by Dudley Wright, a historian and expert on the subject of Freemasonry.The book begins by providing a detailed overview of Ashmole's life, including his upbringing, education, and early career as a lawyer and antiquarian. It then delves into his involvement with the Royal Society, a scientific organization that he helped to found, and his interest in alchemy and astrology.The main focus of the book, however, is on Ashmole's role in the development of Freemasonry in England. Wright explores Ashmole's initiation into the fraternity in 1646, his involvement with the creation of the Grand Lodge of England in 1717, and his contributions to the development of Masonic symbolism and ritual.Throughout the book, Wright provides detailed historical context and analysis, drawing on a wide range of primary sources to bring Ashmole's story to life. He also offers insights into the broader social and cultural context of Ashmole's time, helping readers to understand the significance of his contributions to Freemasonry and to English history more broadly.Overall, Elias Ashmole: England's Masonic Pioneer is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important figures in the early history of Freemasonry in England. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry, as well as to scholars of early modern English history and culture.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: England's Masonic Pioneers, by Dudley Wright. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766131521.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.