The Story Of William Morgan And The Anti-Masonic Party

by John C. Palmer

Book Overview

""The Story of William Morgan and the Anti-Masonic Party"" by John C. Palmer is a non-fiction book that explores the history of the Anti-Masonic Party in the United States during the early 19th century. The book focuses on the life of William Morgan, a Freemason who disappeared in 1826 after threatening to publish a book revealing the secrets of the Masonic order. The disappearance of Morgan sparked a national controversy, leading to the formation of the Anti-Masonic Party, which sought to expose and eliminate the influence of the Masonic order in American politics and society. Palmer's book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to Morgan's disappearance, the subsequent investigations and trials, and the rise and fall of the Anti-Masonic Party. The author also examines the broader social and political context of the time, including the growing influence of secret societies, the rise of Jacksonian democracy, and the role of religion in American politics. Overall, ""The Story of William Morgan and the Anti-Masonic Party"" offers a fascinating look at a little-known chapter in American history, shedding light on the complex and often contradictory forces that shaped the nation during a time of rapid change and social upheaval.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Morgan Affair and Anti-Masonry, by John C. Palmer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564590526.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: 1162894059
• ISBN13: 9781162894058
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"