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A Sociological Analysis
Sects, Cults, and Spiritual Communities
A Sociological Analysis
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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 Niño Fidencio, Santería, and Freedom Park. The contributors are social scientists with first-hand knowledge of the groups they examine.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Evolution of a New Age Cult: From Total Overcomers Anonymous to Death at Heaven's Gate
Jesus People USA
The Farm
The Love Family: Its Formative Years
El Niño Fidencio and the Fidencistas
Santería
Single Women in Amish Society
The Church of Scientology: A Quasi-Religion
Freedom Park
Index
The Evolution of a New Age Cult: From Total Overcomers Anonymous to Death at Heaven's Gate
Jesus People USA
The Farm
The Love Family: Its Formative Years
El Niño Fidencio and the Fidencistas
Santería
Single Women in Amish Society
The Church of Scientology: A Quasi-Religion
Freedom Park
Index
Product details
| Published | Jun 30 1998 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 192 |
| ISBN | 9780275963354 |
| Imprint | Praeger |
| Dimensions | 9 x 6 inches |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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