The true genesis of the Knights Templar belongs far back in time, long before Christianity even developed. The Templars were an offshoot of a little understood monastic brotherhood, the Cistercians, who themselves danced to the tune of an extremely powerful group of individuals inhabiting Burgundy and Flanders from the time of the Romans onwards.

Butler and Dafoe offer a detailed account of the rise of a specific group identified as "the Troes Fraternity' that did not simply respond to the caprices of history; they made it. Behind the Knights Templar lay a belief pattern almost as old as humanity and a heritage that was already ancient before recorded history began. The story is both fascinating and compulsive. It will leave the read in no doubt as to the true intentions of the Knights Templar, or of the shadowy but immensely influential organization that brought them into being.

About the Author

Alan Butler has written everything from comedy plays for the BBC to an Elizabethan novel, but his greatest love is history. Some years ago, on holiday in Crete, he came across the archaeological artefact known as the Phaistos Disc and recognised it immediately as some sort of astronomical or astrological calendar. His increasing obsession with the Disc culminated in his writing The Bronze Age Computer Disc. His most recent book, Civilization One: The World Is Not as You Thought It Was, was co-written with Christopher Knight, co-author of The Hiram Key. Stephen Dafoe is a freelance writer, author and publisher who lives in Hinton, Alberta, near Canada's Jasper National Park. He entered the Masonic fraternity in 1992 and is the author of a number of books including Unholy Worship, which examines the history of the Knights Templar. He appears frequently in television documentaries, has created numerous websites, and is often called on to address Masonic Lodges.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Founded in 2002, World of Books is a leading online destination for buying and selling both preloved and new books, committed to making sustainable reading accessible to all. With a mission to help people read more and waste less, World of Books offers a huge range of affordable, high-quality books ? giving both new and preloved titles a second life. The company also operates World of Books ? Sell Your Books, an easy-to-use platform that allows customers to trade in unwanted books for cash, helping to keep books in circulation while promoting sustainability. As a Certified B Corp, World of Books is driven by a vision to become the world?s largest and most sustainable dedicated online bookstore. The company measures its success through the positive environmental impact it creates, the value it provides to customers, and its ability to operate profitably while supporting its sustainable mission

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

SBYB, Inc.
900 Knell Rd, Montgomery, IL, 60538, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described on the Abebooks web sites. If you're dissatisfied with your purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as Described/Damaged) or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date. If you've changed your mind about a book that you've ordered, please use the Ask bookseller a question link to contact us and we'll respond within 2 business days.

Shipping Terms

Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	4 to 12 business days	3 to 6 business days
First item	US$ 0.00	US$ 10.95

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.