As the title may suggest this book gives an insight into the world of the Freemasons. And what a crazy bunch they are. Gittins' book describes the history of the Masons, the origins of the name and the many activities of which they peform or undertake in their meetings.
Since I first heard of the Masons a few years ago I had a feeling that they were pretty crazy and this book confirms this belief. As it gets deeper the book moves from historical times of Masonry up to today's time and although things have changed, they seem to be just as crazy as they were 3000 years ago.
However, having read this book it seems I may never meet a Mason due to their secrecy and the rule that they cannot tell people that they are, indeed, a member of a Masonic group.
The book often refers to writer Dan Brown and how his books tend to be illogical and missing significant points and facts (although it doesn't mention that his books are pretty crap). The book also mentions the Solomon Key which happens to be a title of one of Brown's books.
The book deciphers myth from reality and what really goes on inside the Masonic meetings and how embarrassing it must be for people who wish to become a Mason themself. However, it was an interesting read and although it didn't change all of them, some of my thoughts were corrected.
The book is informative and one for anyone who is interested in the Masonic culture. Not one I'd read again though. It's a bit of a hefty read despite it's shortness and requires an open mind and ability to really get in and the conscience to continuously turn back a page every few parts.
Overall rating: 2.5/5
NB: Please ignore any strange typos, I'm slightly drunk right now (although not drunk enough to become delusional about a book).
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