Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism

by Amanda Montell

Book Overview

"One of those life-changing reads that makes you see-- or, in this case, hear--the whole world differently." --Megan Angelo, author of Followers

The author of the widely praised Wordslut analyzes the social science of cult influence: how cultish groups from Jonestown and Scientology to SoulCycle and social media gurus use language as the ultimate form of power.

What makes "cults" so intriguing and frightening?...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062993151
• ISBN13: 9780062993151
• Release Date: June 2021
• Publisher: Harper
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.6" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Solid book!

I really enjoyed! Very digestible and easy to follow.