Description
Throughout history governments, dictators and religious leaders have fought to cling to power by either force or manipulation. To counter these forces there have always been secret societies and groups working in the shadows for the emancipation of humanity.The ILLUMINATI formed in 1776 among European Freemasons and academics with the intention of liberating humanity from physical, mental and spiritual bondage. This brought them into conflict with the ruling political and religious elite, but during their brief incarnation they encapsulated the entire ethos of counterculture into a single system of organized dissent that is still relevant today.The term ILLUMINATI has since become usurped by the idea of a New World Order, but their principles live on through counterculture and the connected communities of the internet age. Hacktivits and cultural movements like Anonymous and WikiLeaks currently wage war against corrupt corporations and government agencies that try to oppress and exploit society.THIS BOOK IS A WAKE-UP CALL FOR ALL WHO VALUE THEIR LIBERTY AND PRIVACY TO JOIN THE BATTLE TO PROTECT COUNTERCULTURE BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE.
About the Author
Rob Howellshas spent the last twenty years investigating the mysteries of Rennes-le-Chateau, the Priory of Sion and the history of conspiracy theories. During this time he has built up an extensive knowledge and experience of secret societies, symbolism and esoteric thought. As a manager for five years of Watkins Books in London, one of the oldest esoteric bookshops in Europe, he extended his research into transpersonal psychology, sacred geometry, Gnosticism and alchemy. He also came into contact with a number of secret societies during this time including the Priory of Sion, the Freemasons, the Order of Lazarus, various neo-Templar orders plus Sufis and other religious groups. His first book, "Inside the Priory of Sion"was released in 2011 and his second book, "The Last Pope," was released in June 2013. He can currently be seen in a documentary series called Forbidden History on the BBC Yesterday channel."
Reviews
"Surely one of the most fascinating - and important books - we've read in a while, The Illuminati traces the story of secret societies down the ages: from the titular Illuminati to Wikileaks and Anonymous today. Such marginalized groups have always rebelled against the establishment; some by spreading progressive ideas through art and literature, others by driving revolution and exposing government secrets. Robert Howells creates a dizzying narrative that will change the way you think about the world." -from reviewer Gregory Daines
Book Information
ISBN 9781780288727
Author Robert Howells
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Watkins Publishing
Publisher Watkins Media Limited
Weight(grams) 345g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 155mm * 18mm
About the Author
Rob Howellshas spent the last twenty years investigating the mysteries of Rennes-le-Chateau, the Priory of Sion and the history of conspiracy theories. During this time he has built up an extensive knowledge and experience of secret societies, symbolism and esoteric thought. As a manager for five years of Watkins Books in London, one of the oldest esoteric bookshops in Europe, he extended his research into transpersonal psychology, sacred geometry, Gnosticism and alchemy. He also came into contact with a number of secret societies during this time including the Priory of Sion, the Freemasons, the Order of Lazarus, various neo-Templar orders plus Sufis and other religious groups. His first book, "Inside the Priory of Sion"was released in 2011 and his second book, "The Last Pope," was released in June 2013. He can currently be seen in a documentary series called Forbidden History on the BBC Yesterday channel."
Reviews
"Surely one of the most fascinating - and important books - we've read in a while, The Illuminati traces the story of secret societies down the ages: from the titular Illuminati to Wikileaks and Anonymous today. Such marginalized groups have always rebelled against the establishment; some by spreading progressive ideas through art and literature, others by driving revolution and exposing government secrets. Robert Howells creates a dizzying narrative that will change the way you think about the world." -from reviewer Gregory Daines
Book Information
ISBN 9781780288727
Author Robert Howells
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Watkins Publishing
Publisher Watkins Media Limited
Weight(grams) 345g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 155mm * 18mm
