ISBN:
9781567506105
,
1567506100
,
9780275958602
,
0275958604
,
9780275963354
,
0275963357
,
9780313390821
,
0313390827
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (x, 182 pages)
Series Statement:
Religion in the age of transformation,
DDC:
306.6/0973
Keywords:
Geschichte 1960-2000
;
Religionssoziologie
;
Neue Religion
;
Sekte
;
USA
Abstract:
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.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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