Sects, Cults, and Spiritual Communities: A Sociological Analysis

by Marc Petrowsky, William W. Zellner, W.W. Zellner, et al.

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American society is culturally diverse with a variety of religious denominations, sects, cults, and self-help groups vying for members. This volume analyzes nine of these groups, chosen both for their intrinsic interest and because they illustrate a variety of sociological concepts. The groups included in this study are: Heaven's Gate, Jesus People USA, the Love Family, The Farm, Amish Women, Scientology, El Ni o Fidencio, Santer a, and Freedom Park...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0275958604

ISBN13:9780275958602

Release Date:June 1998

Publisher:Praeger

Length:192 Pages

Weight:0.91 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.2" x 9.3"

Related Subjects

Education & Reference Humanities Modern (16th-21st Centuries) Occult Politics & Social Sciences Religion Religion & Spirituality Religious Studies Social Science Social Sciences

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