Freemasons for Dummies, 2nd Edition

By: Christopher Hodapp

Narrated by: Tom Dheere

Take the mystery out of the Freemasons. Fascinated by Freemasons? Freemasons For Dummies is the internationally best-selling introduction to the Masons, the oldest and largest "secret society" in the world. This balanced, eye-opening guide demystifies Freemasonry, explaining everything from its elaborate rituals and cryptic rites, to its curious symbols and their meanings. With new and improved content, including updated examples and references throughout, this new edition of Freemasons For Dummies provides the most straightforward, non-intimidating guide to the subject on the market.

• Updated expert coverage of the basic beliefs and philosophy behind Freemasonry
• Revised information on the history of the society, including updates concerning its founding, famous historical members, and pivotal events
• New coverage devoted to the recent influx of younger membership
• The latest and ongoing controversies and myths surrounding Freemasonry
• The role of women in a Masonic organization, including opportunities for women to participate in Freemasonry
• The effects cultural and political changes and worldwide events are having on the organization

If you're intrigued by the mystery that surrounds the Masons, get ready to learn the facts about this ancient order in Freemasons For Dummies.

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great read for EAs, FCs, and MMs

Great read, I bought the hard copy version also. Easy to follow, entertaining, and very informative!

Well written and read.

This book was well written and read. The For Dummies layout is easy to follow as usual.

Exceptionally educational

Perfect for the mason or non mason. Explains many things with excellent transparency. I highly recommend this especially to the new MM.

Grain of salt, but educational/informative

Would you consider the audio edition of Freemasons for Dummies, 2nd Edition to be better than the print version?

Didn't read the print version. I'd say no, because even the narrator noted that it's a reference (so random chapter would be easier on paper than in an audio format) - at least with current labeling.

What did you like best about this story?

The narrator did a great job of explaining/reading in a way that wasn't "PhD instructor" and was more "friend who has answers". If that made sense.

Which character – as performed by Tom Dheere – was your favorite?

Not that kind of book.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The book noted that there is no one Freemason speaker, leader, authority. Unfortunately that applies to this book as well, but felt very honest.

Exactly what I hoped and more...!

I’ve not yet joined a lodge but have been interested for many years. I’ve been learning about freemasonry for a long time and one of the last things my grandfather said to me before he passed away was that he had wished he would have become a Freemason.

After listening to this book I’m even more sure than ever that I will petition the lodge when the time is right. I am hoping to do so very soon. Thanks Christopher Hodapp and those involved in seeing this 2nd edition come to pass!