The Atlas of Secret Societies

by David V. Barrett

Throughout history secret societies have exerted a powerful hidden influence on our culture, politics and spirituality.

Step into the shadowy world of secret societies with the latest edition to the illuminating Atlas series. Unlock the mysteries behind some of the world's most powerful covert organizations, some of which have faded into obscurity, others which still hold power today.

Often underpinned by mystical or religious principles, each society had clear political aims and sought to bring about social, moral and political change. From Chinese Triads to the Knights Templar, and from the Thuggee Cult to the Freemasons, The Atlas of Secret Societies explores the motives of each society, their purpose and what we know of their mysterious practices. Lavish artwork reconstructions depict the ancient rites and practices of selected societies, and take you into a fascinating and hidden world.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

176 pages, Hardcover

First published March 15, 2009

Reviews

[Helena Scott · Rating 3 out of 5]

Useful, informative although some sections could have provided more in-depth information

[Munaya Al salhee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really liked this book, for I didn’t know that there were a lot of secret societies that I didn’t know about, and the ones that I knew were ones that were common like the Triads and the Yakuza and such.