The Fundamentalist Mindset: Psychological Perspectives on Religion, Violence, and History

by James W. Jones, David M. Terman, Charles B. Strozier

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This penetrating book sheds light on the psychology of fundamentalism, with a particular focus on those who become extremists and fanatics. What accounts for the violence that emerges among some fundamentalist groups? The contributors to this book identify several factors: a radical dualism, in which all aspects of life are bluntly categorized as either good or evil; a destructive inclination to interpret authoritative texts, laws, and teachings in...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0195379659

ISBN13:9780195379655

Release Date:April 2010

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:296 Pages

Weight:1.20 lbs.

Dimensions:1.0" x 6.1" x 9.3"

Related Subjects

Christian Books & Bibles Comparative Religion Education & Reference Fundamentalism Politics & Social Sciences Psychology Reference Religion Religion & Spirituality Religious Studies Science & Religion Sociology Theology Violence in Society

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