| Details | | Publication Date: | 1998-08-01 |
| Size | | Length: | 287 pages | | Height: | 11.0 in | | Width: | 8.5 in | | Thickness: | 0.8 in | | Weight: | 25.6 oz |
Publisher's Note Secret societies and fraternal orders have many different raisons d'etre, but they all have one thing in common: they divide the world into "us" and "them". Whether their motives are vindictive or purely innocent, these organizations often provide those who join with a sense of purpose in their lives. Featuring over 800 entries, this complete A-to-Z guide profiles all types of private organizations -- social, benevolent, ethnic, trade, religious, criminal, and political -- and the important rites, concepts, and key individuals within these groups. For many currently active groups and organizations, this reference provides information on membership, activities, and location.
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