Heckethorn, Charles William.  The Secret Societies Of All Ages And Countries a comprehensive account of upwards of one hundred and sixty secret organizations--religious, political, and social--from the most remote ages down to the present timeEmbracing the mysteries of anicent India, China, Japan, Egypt, Mexico, Peru, Greece, and Scandinavia, the Cabbalists, early Christians, Heretics, Assassins, Thugs, Templars, Illuminati Etc. Richard Bentley & Son, London   1875      Some wear/staining/marks to boards. Volume 1 lacks title page.  Light foxing to pages with minor spotting in places.  Hinges a tad worn/loose in places. A nice, rare set.