A History of the Knights of Pythias and its Branches and Auxiliary; Together With an Account of the Origin of Secret Societies, the Rise and Fall of ... and Historical Chapters on the Pythian Ritual

By Hugh Goold Webb

Book Overview

""The History of the Knights of Pythias"" is a detailed account of the fraternal organization known as the Knights of Pythias. Written by Hugh Goold Webb, a member of the order, the book covers the origins of the Knights of Pythias in the United States in the mid-19th century, its growth and development, and its role in American society. The book includes information about the founding members of the organization, its early struggles, and its eventual success in spreading across the country. It also covers the various rituals and traditions of the Knights of Pythias, as well as their charitable and community service activities. Overall, ""The History of the Knights of Pythias"" provides a comprehensive look at one of the most important fraternal organizations in American history.1910. This volume discusses the history of the Knights of Pythias and its branches and auxiliary, together with an account of the origin of secret societies, the rise and fall of chivalry and historical chapters on the Pythian Ritual.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162604441
• ISBN13: 9781162604442
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 506 Pages
• Weight: 2.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"