Cagliostro and His Egyptian Rite of Freemasonry is a book written by Henry Ridgely Evans that explores the life and work of Alessandro Cagliostro, a controversial figure in the history of Freemasonry. Cagliostro was an Italian adventurer and self-proclaimed magician who gained notoriety in the 18th century for his involvement in a number of Masonic lodges across Europe.The book begins by providing a brief overview of Cagliostro's life and background, including his early years in Italy and his travels throughout Europe. It then delves into his involvement in Freemasonry and the creation of his own Masonic order, the Egyptian Rite.Through a detailed examination of Cagliostro's writings and the historical context in which he lived, Evans explores the various rituals and practices of the Egyptian Rite, as well as the controversies and scandals that surrounded Cagliostro throughout his life. The book also includes a number of illustrations and diagrams that help to bring the rituals and practices of the Egyptian Rite to life.Overall, Cagliostro and His Egyptian Rite of Freemasonry is a fascinating exploration of one of the most enigmatic figures in the history of Freemasonry, and provides a unique insight into the world of esoteric and mystical practices during the 18th century.This is a new release of the original 1930 edition.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.