Masonic Sketch Book and Gleanings from The Harvest Field of Masonic Literature
New York: Masonic Publishing & Furnishing Co., 1877. Octavo, 345 pages, publisher's original gilt-lettered red cloth covered boards. All edges gilt. Illustrated in black-and-white. Masonic Sketch Book and Gleanings from the Harvest Field of Masonic Literature by Edwin Du Laurans is a substantial 19th-century collection of Masonic essays, historical sketches, literary selections, symbolism, poetry, moral reflections, and lodge-related miscellany, intended for readers interested in the history, philosophy, and fraternal culture of Freemasonry. Drawing from the broader “harvest field” of Masonic literature, the volume brings together material on Masonic principles, brotherhood, ritual ideals, charity, ancient Craft traditions, and the moral and spiritual meanings associated with the fraternity. Published during a period of strong American interest in fraternal orders, secret societies, and benevolent associations, this work is especially appealing to collectors of Freemasonry, Masonic symbolism, lodge history, 19th-century American fraternal literature, and occult-adjacent studies. Some slight rubbing and wear, slight discoloration, front hinge cracked, else in good + condition. Item #333
Price: $500.00