UFO Religions

<p>The spectre of the UFO as popularized by shows such as <em>The X-Files</em> has brought an astonishing slant to the face of modern religious practice. But what motivates the fantastical and sometimes sinister beliefs of UFO worshippers? <em>UFO Religions</em> critically examines some of the fascinating issues surrounding UFO worship - abduction narratives UFO-based interpretations of other religions the growth of pseudo-sciences purporting to explain UFOs and the responses of the core scientific community to such claims. Focusing on contemporary global UFO groups including the Raelian Movement Heaven's Gate Unarius and the Ansaaru Allah Community it gives a clear profile of modern UFO controversies and beliefs.</p>