Ultimate Devotion

From the first Jewish revolt against Rome in the first century CE to contemporary Islamic fanaticism faith in the hands of religious zealots has been a powerful and often catastrophic means of enacting radical change. 'Ultimate Devotion' examines a range of religious movements across history to reveal the striking similarities in the way they emerged the characters of their leaders and followers and their often tragic conclusions. A rich variety of archaeological materials intersect with textual evidence and anthropological theory to develop a model of mass action inspired by intense religion. In its exploration of religious rebellion in history 'Ultimate Devotion' illuminates religious fanaticism today.