Crafty Characters: Tales of Famous and Infamous Freemasons

Freemasons have contributed to society in many ways, including developing forensic science, solving famous crimes, and inventing things. Some members of the Royal Family have also been members. They have been active in the criminal justice system, both as heroes and villains. The medical profession is also well represented, with one mason rescuing the Elephant Man and another identifying an occupational cancer.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Fonthill Media Ltd

Freemasons have had a profound impact on the world, with some contributing to society's betterment and others engaging in criminal activities. Members of the Craft have made significant contributions to forensic science, solved renowned crimes, and invented various innovations. Several members of the Royal Family have also been associated with Freemasonry. Masons have been involved in the criminal justice system, serving as both heroes and villains. One example is the formation of the Special Branch by a mason to combat terrorism, while another played a crucial role in bringing the Moors Murders to a successful conclusion. In some cases, such as the Cleveland Street Scandal, masons found themselves on opposing sides of the law. The medical profession is also well represented within lodges, with notable instances of masonic doctors rescuing the Elephant Man and pioneering the identification of occupational cancer. On the darker side, there have been instances of evil masonic doctors committing murder and even potentially conspiring to commit regicide, driven by what they perceived as merciful motives. This book explores the diverse stories of Freemasons, encompassing celebrities, film makers, soldiers, explorers, renowned businessmen, politicians, forgers, and scoundrels of all kinds. It showcases the wide range of characters and personalities within the Freemasonry community, highlighting their contributions and challenges throughout history.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 233 x 158 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781559031