The Comacines - Paperback

by W. Ravenscroft (Author)

The Comacines is a book written by W. Ravenscroft that explores the history and mysteries surrounding the medieval guild of stonemasons known as the Comacines. The author delves into the origins of the Comacines, tracing their roots back to ancient Rome and the building of the Colosseum. He discusses the guild's influence on medieval architecture, including the construction of Gothic cathedrals, and explores their unique methods and techniques. The book also delves into the secret knowledge and symbolism of the Comacines, including their alleged involvement in the creation of the Knights Templar. The author draws on historical documents, legends, and personal experiences to paint a vivid picture of this enigmatic and influential guild. Overall, The Comacines is a fascinating exploration of an often-overlooked aspect of medieval history and architecture.Comacines means Cathedral Builders. Chapters include: The Origin of Freemasonry and the Temple Builders; The Roman College and the Quatuor Coronati; Isola Comacina; The Comacine Lodges; Comacine influence in the British Isles; Comacine Architecture.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.