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The Conspiracy Book

A Chronological Journey through Secret Societies and Hidden Histories
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The Conspiracy Book by John Michael Greer explores 100 enigmatic conspiracies and secret societies spanning from Ancient Greece to modern times. It delves into groups such as the Freemasons, the Satanic Hell-Fire Club, and the Illuminati, uncovering their roles in shaping history. Richly illustrated with photos and artefacts, this book offers an intriguing journey into hidden forces that influenced revolutions and historical events.
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In the latest addition to Sterling's Chronologies series, John Michael Greer, scholar of the occult and secret histories, shines light on 100 mysterious conspiracies and hidden societies throughout history, from Ancient Greece to today.

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Scholar of the occult and secret histories, John Michael Greer shines a light on 100 mysterious conspiracies and hidden societies throughout history, from Ancient Greece to the modern era.

The Freemasons. The Satanic Hell-Fire Club. The Illuminati. This fascinating book delves into 100 mysterious conspiracies across time, ranging from secret societies that planned revolutions to underground groups with sometimes-nefarious agendas. Illustrated with intriguing photos and ephemera, The Conspiracy Book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about the hidden forces that have shaped some of the most significant events in history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781454930044

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 January 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Union Square & Co.

Illustration: all in color

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 174.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 784g

About the Author

John Michael Greer is one of today's most respected writers and scholars in the fields of occultism and the unexplained. An initiate of Freemasonry, the Golden Dawn, and several Druid orders, he has written more than 50 books, including The Occult Book (Sterling) and TheElement Encyclopedia of Secret Societies (HarperCollins). He lives in Rhode Island.

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