Steven Sora's 2003 book, "Secret Societies of America's Elite: From the Knights Templar to Skull and Bones," investigates how clandestine organizations and elite families influenced American history and wealth accumulation. It traces the influence of groups like the Knights Templar, Freemasons, and Skull and Bones on the founding of the U.S. and modern political power structures. Purchase or read the book at Amazon .