Albert Pike A Biography

""Albert Pike: A Biography"" by Fred W. Allsopp is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of one of the most influential Freemasons in American history. The book traces Pike's life from his humble beginnings in Massachusetts to his rise as a lawyer, poet, and Confederate general during the Civil War. It also delves into his involvement in the Masonic fraternity, where he rose to become the Sovereign Grand Commander of the Scottish Rite's Southern Jurisdiction, and his impact on the development of American Freemasonry. Allsopp draws on a range of primary sources, including Pike's personal correspondence and Masonic records, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this enigmatic figure. The book also explores Pike's controversial views on race and slavery, which have made him a controversial figure in modern times. Overall, ""Albert Pike: A Biography"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry and the American South.Pike is the best loved of all Freemasons. Learn what made him the remarkable man he was. Contents: Struggle for an Education; First Adventure in the West; Exciting Experiences; Returning North; He Reaches Fort Smith; His Removal to Little Rock; His Marriage; Enters Upon Practice of Law; Unofficial Public Services; War With Mexico; Duel With Colonel Roane; Pike's Scholarship; Published and Unpublished Works; Confederate Service; Order for His Arrest; Becoming a Recluse; His Masonic Career; His Plea for Fraternalism; Reply to Pope Leo XIII; Wake of the Fine Arkansas Gentleman; Some Personal Characteristics; Close of an Eventful Life.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.