""The Supreme Council 33rd Degree, V2: Or Mother Council Of The World Of The Ancient And Accepted Scottish Rite Of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, United States Of America"" by John H. Cowles is a comprehensive guide to the history, organization, and practices of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in the United States. The book delves into the origins of the Scottish Rite, its philosophy and symbolism, and its role in American society. It also explores the hierarchy of the organization, from the lower degrees to the highest level of the 33rd degree, and provides detailed descriptions of the rituals and ceremonies associated with each degree. The author draws on his own experiences as a member of the Scottish Rite to provide insights into the inner workings of the organization, and offers a unique perspective on its place in American culture. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and practices of Freemasonry in the United States, and provides a fascinating glimpse into one of the most secretive and mysterious organizations in the world.This is a new release of the original 1931 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.