A. Lewis (Masonic Publishers) - The Perfect Ceremonies of Craft Masonry – Masonic Ritual Manual, A. Lewis, London 1937 - 1937-1937

The Perfect Ceremonies of Craft Masonry – an interesting historical English-language Masonic ritual and instruction manual, published by A. Lewis (Masonic Publishers) Ltd., 30–32 Fleet Street, London E.C.4.
The title page states Copyright, 1937. The book follows the recognised Emulation system, as taught by the Emulation Lodge of Improvement at Freemasons' Hall.
The manual contains detailed instructions and ceremonial texts relating to traditional Craft Masonry, including:
- Opening and closing of the Lodge
- Ceremonies of the First, Second and Third Degrees
- Initiation, Passing and Raising
- Charges and addresses
- Explanations of the Three Tracing Boards
- Installation of the Worshipful Master
- Instructions for Lodge officers
- Traditional Masonic working and ceremonial procedures
The volume also contains publisher's catalogue material from A. Lewis, listing other Masonic ritual and reference publications of the period.
A particularly interesting vintage reference work and collectible for Freemasonry enthusiasts, collectors of Masonic literature and researchers of historical ritual practices.
Publisher: A. Lewis (Masonic Publishers) Ltd., London
Copyright: 1937
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover
Approx. size: 14 × 8 × 1.5 cm
Length: approx. 250 pages
Condition: Vintage used condition, with age-related toning of the paper and visible signs of use. The binding and edges show wear consistent with age. The pages remain readable and the book is complete as far as can be determined from inspection. Please see the photographs for the overall condition and details.