Good Day to the Brothers on the thread.
My name is John L. Hairston, and I am the author of the book in question.
I would like to chime in to answer a couple questions and concerns.
There are actually two editions of the book. The $40 book is the Special Marked Edition, which comes with the autograph, seal, number and listing on the Grand Registry on the website, as well as an extra Appendix featuring some very important minutes and documents from African Lodge.
There is also the Regular Edition which is $25, but it will not have all of the above features.
The books is based on primary sources, including the hand-written records of African Lodge.
I have had the like of Chris Hodapp write a Forward, and reviews from the Grand Archivist of the Grand Lodge of Ireland; Michael Poll, Editor of the Masonic Journal; Reviews to come from Tony Pope in the Square Magazine; the book is being promoted by Living Stone Magazine and Robert Herd; the Phylaxis Society is about to review the book, and the book is battle tested by Masonic and academic historians; I stand by the research.
Here is a link to a lecture I did on the book as well at the Seattle Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Shoreline WA:
Thank You.
Welcome !Good Day to the Brothers on the thread.
My name is John L. Hairston, and I am the author of the book in question.
I would like to chime in to answer a couple questions and concerns.
There are actually two editions of the book. The $40 book is the Special Marked Edition, which comes with the autograph, seal, number and listing on the Grand Registry on the website, as well as an extra Appendix featuring some very important minutes and documents from African Lodge.
There is also the Regular Edition which is $25, but it will not have all of the above features.
The books is based on primary sources, including the hand-written records of African Lodge.
I have had the like of Chris Hodapp write a Forward, and reviews from the Grand Archivist of the Grand Lodge of Ireland; Michael Poll, Editor of the Masonic Journal; Reviews to come from Tony Pope in the Square Magazine; the book is being promoted by Living Stone Magazine and Robert Herd; the Phylaxis Society is about to review the book, and the book is battle tested by Masonic and academic historians; I stand by the research.
Here is a link to a lecture I did on the book as well at the Seattle Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Shoreline WA:
Thank You.
Special edition (not sure there are anymore)
http://landmarksofourfathers.com/Order
Regular copy
http://www.thebookpatch.com/BookSto...aa7-4f68-8af2-7bf8e8788b50?isbn=9780692683965
Special edition (not sure there are anymore)
http://landmarksofourfathers.com/Order
Wow! I want to read it but I believe that I'll wait until the library system has a copy.Maybe it is just me buy the price seems expensive. $40+
There are special editions still available.
Are you here for Masonic discussion or to sale your wares?
Are you here for Masonic discussion or to sale your wares?
Are you here for Masonic discussion or to sale your wares?
Wow! I want to read it but I believe that I'll wait until the library system has a copy.
Blake Bowden,
I have been a member of this particular forum before I had any "wares" good Sir.
I was actually led to this forum, by Bro. Mark, and saw that this discussion was actually taking place. I didn't start the thread.
I only answered questions and comments regarding the book.
I am here for discussion, but if a Brother asks a question regarding the purchase of the book, is it against forum policy if I answer it?
I believe that the link has already been posted regarding the fact that there are TWO editions of the book.
$40 and $25...
I have already explained the cost of the Special Edition and why the higher price than the regular edition.
Ordered the special edition today I'll support you bro looking forward to reading it
Ordered it a few days ago, looking forward to it. (Especially since my lodge requires presentations from its members.)