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A Brief History of Secret Societies examines the significant hidden power wielded by clandestine organisations from ancient times right up to the present day. Throughout history, humankind's search for knowledge has revealed strange truths. Barrett explores the powerful attraction of esoteric religious beliefs and reveals how such societies have gained a powerful hold on the popular imagination. He presents an unbiased and balanced history of humanity's desire to uncover secret knowledge, and of the societies that seek to preserve such knowledge.

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"'In a field normally typified by confusion and ignorance this book is clear, concise, informative and to be recommended' Michael Baigent, Holy Blood and the Holy Grail"

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    Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
    Publication Date: 26/07/2007
    ISBN13: 9781845296155, 978-1845296155
    ISBN10: 184529615X
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    Book Synopsis
    A Brief History of Secret Societies examines the significant hidden power wielded by clandestine organisations from ancient times right up to the present day. Throughout history, humankind's search for knowledge has revealed strange truths. Barrett explores the powerful attraction of esoteric religious beliefs and reveals how such societies have gained a powerful hold on the popular imagination. He presents an unbiased and balanced history of humanity's desire to uncover secret knowledge, and of the societies that seek to preserve such knowledge.

    Trade Review
    "'In a field normally typified by confusion and ignorance this book is clear, concise, informative and to be recommended' Michael Baigent, Holy Blood and the Holy Grail"

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