Freemasons: How Freemasons Shaped the Modern World

What do Mozart, Winston Churchill, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Walt Disney have in common? They were all Freemasons. Founded in the 18th century, the brotherhood has historically united politicians, military leaders, athletes, actors, and writers from several continents. Today, there are 400,000 Freemasons in the UK, over a million in the US, and around six million worldwide. Freemasons were considered oppositionists, saboteurs, and spies, and to this day, there are many conspiracy theories surrounding the movement. What were the mysterious meetings of lodges like? What does Masonic symbolism mean? What role do women occupy in Masonic teachings? In the 21st century, Freemasonry counts several million members worldwide and does not lose its influence. British historian John Dickie unveils the veil of mystery that surrounds the Masonic brotherhood.