Summary
Secret societies have exisited in one form or another throughout history, but in the modern world, where television, the internet and instant communication worldwide have exposed so many hitherto impenetrable networks, the mysterious nature of sects that set themselves apart from normal society hold... Full description
Summary: |
Secret societies have exisited in one form or another throughout history, but in the modern world, where television, the internet and instant communication worldwide have exposed so many hitherto impenetrable networks, the mysterious nature of sects that set themselves apart from normal society holds a special fascination. How have such secret institures affected our worls in the past? What influence do they have on our everyday lives today? Why, indeed, do they exist at all? |
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Physical Description: |
191 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
ISBN: |
0760772177 (hardcover) 9780760772171 (hardcover) |