The Legenda and Readings of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is a comprehensive book written by Albert Pike. This book is a collection of the rituals, teachings, and traditions of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, which is one of the most prominent and influential branches of Freemasonry. The book includes detailed descriptions of the various degrees of the Scottish Rite, as well as their corresponding symbols, ceremonies, and allegories. It also provides insights into the history and philosophy of the Scottish Rite, and its role in the development of Freemasonry as a whole. The Legenda and Readings of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and teachings of Freemasonry, and is considered a classic work in the field.There are other things that you should hear said now, and without which you will not be fully in possession of this degree... You will find them in the Legenda... (quote from the 26th degree, AASR, SMJ). This book contains ALL of the �������Legenda������� and �������Readings������� written for members of the Scottish Rite to supplement the ritualistic instruction. This anthology is similar, in some respects, to Pike's Lectures on Masonic Symbolism, but was considered REQUIRED READING by Pike himself. No Mason can truly understand the Scottish Rite degrees without reading this essential work.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.