Publisher's Synopsis
""A Narrative of the Facts and Circumstances Relating to the Kidnaping and Murder of William Morgan"" is a non-fiction book that delves into the mysterious disappearance and murder of William Morgan, an anti-Masonic activist who was allegedly kidnapped and killed by members of the Masonic fraternity in 1826. The book is written anonymously, and provides a detailed account of the events leading up to Morgan's disappearance, as well as the subsequent investigations and trials that followed. The author explores the political and social climate of the time, and delves into the history of the Masonic fraternity, examining its secretive practices and the controversies that surrounded it. The book is a gripping and informative read, shedding light on a dark chapter in American history and raising important questions about the role of secret societies in society.And of the attempt to carry off David C. Miller, and to burn or destroy the printing office of the latter for the purpose of preventing the printing and publishing of a book entitled Illustrations of Masonry prepared under the direction of the several committees appointed at meetings of the citizens of the counties of Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Monroe and Niagara, in the State of New York: Containing most of the depositions and other documents to substantiate the statements made, and disclosing many particulars of the transactions. Also the Supplementary Report of the Committee containing the report of the Coroner's inquest on the body of William Morgan who was murdered by Freemasons in 1826 for revealing secrets of Freemasonry.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.
