An excellent introduction to the FM

Without having aspirations to become a Freemason, I obtained the first 4 Notebooks of Freemasonry because I recently fascinated by the rituals of this "micro-society" and then I try to read different books concerned. Far from being a deep gold mine in information on the meaning of events and other faiths (unfortunately, this kind of book are virtually no ... Freemasonry is secret by nature and tends to stay well !), this first volume, however, is a good introduction for anyone interested in the subject, without necessarily wanting to "get in Freemasonry."
Because the book could have been called "What is Freemasonry? "As he describes the philosophical and the asperities of a group, without ever revealing the many mysteries. Also, it aligns the "wrong reasons" that could push an aspiring Freemason to integrate this group, and so dismantles the (too) many misconceptions that the general public has on the subject. Point groupuscule occult, supernatural and esoteric rites, rich or influential minority in power, only true brotherhood is based on a humanistic philosophy and philanthropist, translating on an ancient mystical tradition (although absolutely atheist) to preserve the secret of every persuasion, and thereby maintain an honorable humility. And do not stop especially you my enthusiasm:
The book is in no way a defense of Freemasonry! he is only trying to clarify some important points overshadowed by prejudices and fantasies collaborationist archaic today, and is an excellent "guide" who wants to integrate fraternity. In addition, the author presents in a new way (I had never read one reconcile) a very famous text which according to him, if not actually masonic, is a perfect definition of this group who likes: "You'll be a man my son" Rudyard Kipling.
I will immerse myself in the second when I get some time. In any case, I highly recommend this one, which is a great introduction to the "system" Masonic.