A Pocket Guide To Sects And New Religions

by Nigel Scotland

New religious movements are a subject of increasing interest and relevance in our multi-cultural society. This handy little book offers a concise overview of about 40 of the main sects and new religious movements that have come to prominence in the western world in recent years. These The Church of Scientology, Falun Gong, The Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses, The Unification Church, Christian Science, The Family (Children of God), Satya Sai Baba Society, Paganism, and UFO Religions.

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Ric]

This is a really good introduction if you want to start learning more about the history of religions. The "modern" scope (1800s to early 2000s) makes it more interesting because their origins are closer to our generation. Of course, these religions have influences from ancient religions thus also raising interest about them.