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Book SynopsisThroughout history governments, dictators and religious leaders have fought to cling to power by either force or manipulation. To counter these forces there have always been secret societies and groups working in the shadows for the emancipation of humanity.The ILLUMINATI formed in 1776 among European Freemasons and academics with the intention of liberating humanity from physical, mental and spiritual bondage. This brought them into conflict with the ruling political and religious elite, but during their brief incarnation they encapsulated the entire ethos of counterculture into a single system of organized dissent that is still relevant today.The term ILLUMINATI has since become usurped by the idea of a New World Order, but their principles live on through counterculture and the connected communities of the internet age. Hacktivits and cultural movements like Anonymous and WikiLeaks currently wage war against corrupt corporations and government agencies that try to oppress and exploit society.THIS BOOK IS A WAKE-UP CALL FOR ALL WHO VALUE THEIR LIBERTY AND PRIVACY TO JOIN THE BATTLE TO PROTECT COUNTERCULTURE BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE.
Trade Review"Surely one of the most fascinating - and important books - we've read in a while, The Illuminati traces the story of secret societies down the ages: from the titular Illuminati to Wikileaks and Anonymous today. Such marginalized groups have always rebelled against the establishment; some by spreading progressive ideas through art and literature, others by driving revolution and exposing government secrets. Robert Howells creates a dizzying narrative that will change the way you think about the world." -from reviewer Gregory Daines
