Sects Cults and Spiritual Communities

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 Nio Fidencio Santera and Freedom Park. The contributors are social scientists with first-hand knowledge of the groups they examine.