Named Grand Lodge of Illinois "Book of the Year" for 2017! This down to Earth book by Michael R. Poll provides suggestions and advice on dealing with Lodge and Scottish Rite issues such as Masonic law, Lodge operation, visitors, poor degrees, meals, officer roles, poor attendance, Masonic philosophy & history, the future of Freemasonry, and so much more. Written in an easy to read style with the goal of providing the new or seasoned Mason with useful information to help make their Lodge experience of greater value.
This book is great book to present to a newly raised Master Mason. Sadly Masons rarely receive the proper instructions they will need to be a successful member of the Fraternity.
I feel this book will be the perfect cornerstone for a young man to start his Masonic education. It explains the fundamentals of the Fraternity, being a lodge officer, a primer on Masonic law and a good introduction into symbolism.
Anyone mentoring or instructing new masons should read this book! It's time to consider the effects our actions are having on the craft and on the next generation of Master Masons!