"Examining how the brotherhood and the empire transformed each other, Harland-Jacobs addresses issues of globalization, supranational identities, imperial power, fraternalism, and masculinity."--Jacket
Includes bibliographical references (pages 343-367) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction: The ancient and honourable fraternity of free and accepted Masons -- A vast chain extending round the whole globe -- In every climate a home -- Resolv'd against all politics? -- Our first duty as Britons -- Men of the best standing -- A spirit of universal fraternity -- Loyal citizens of the empire -- Conclusion: The cosmopolitan order of the ages? -- Appendix: Royal Freemasons.