Challenging Religion
, by Beckford,James A.Note: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780415309486 | 0415309484
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 8/5/2003
By reflecting on the important work of Eileen Barker, leading scholars examine the growth of new religious movements or cults in the U.S. and Europe over the last 50 years and government attempts to monitor and control them. This timely and intelligent collection considers the political, practical and ethical issues and debates surrounding the topic.