W. S. Barlow

Masonic Songs Old and New W. S. Barlow

In 1885, W. S. Barlow compiled this magnificent and unique book of Masonic songs and poems. The first section reproduces in its entirety The Free-Masons' Melody, a book of similar purpose published in 1818 under the direction of the Officers and Members of Prince Edwin Lodge No. 128 in Bury, England. This work was exceedingly rare in Barlow's time and contained many treasures of Masonic symbolism, brotherhood, and festivity nearly lost to time. To this, Barlow added many additional songs, hymns, and poems, some written specifically for this book, but many much older compositions had never before been published. Barlow's book itself was nearly lost to obscurity. This unabridged and restored edition faithfully returns these great works to the Masonic Fraternity and provides a valuable glimpse into the culture and history of Freemasonry.