• Cult Following: The Extreme Sects That Capture Our Imaginations--And Take Over Our Lives - Hardcover
Cult Following: The Extreme Sects That Capture Our Imaginations--And Take Over Our Lives
Cult Following: The Extreme Sects That Capture Our Imaginations--And Take Over Our Lives

    Cult Following: The Extreme Sects That Capture Our Imaginations--And Take Over Our Lives - Hardcover

    $20.98
    In stock!
    People are currently viewing this
    Select The Options Above
    Description

    by J. W. Ocker (Author)

    "A must-read for those with a taste for cult narratives."--Publishers Weekly

    From the author of Cursed Objects and The United States of Cryptids, an eye-popping compendium of the 30 most infamous, audacious, and dangerous cults in history

    Have you ever wondered how ordinary people end up enmeshed in extreme cults? Everything you've ever wanted to know about history's most notorious cults--and the psychology of the people who join them--is packed into this accessible, engaging volume. Walk in the footsteps of those who were lured into such sinister groups as:

    • Branch Davidians This cult was waiting out the apocalypse when the FBI infamously raided their compound in Waco, Texas.
    • Los Narcosat?nicos This group of drug traffickers in 1980s Mexico committed human sacrifice and believed their leader had magic powers.
    • Breatharianism Breatharians believe that humans can live on air alone, and their founder claimed to have gone without food for seventeen years.
    • NXIVM This twenty-first-century cult attracted Hollywood actresses and engaged in sex trafficking, forced labor, and racketeering under the guise of personal development seminars.
    • Heaven's Gate The Heaven's Gate UFO cult ended in the suicide of thirty-nine members who believed they would ascent to a spaceship after death.

    In this fascinating collection, weird history expert J. W. Ocker sheds light on the terrifying attraction of cults, demonstrating the elasticity of belief, the desperateness of belonging, and the tragedy of trust.

    Author Biography

    J. W. (Jason) Ocker is an Edgar Award winning travel writer, horror novelist, and blogger. His previous nonfiction books include Poe-Land, The New England Grimpendium and The New York Grimpendium, A Season with the Witch, the New York Times-reviewed Cursed Objects, and The United States of Cryptids. He is the creator of the blog and podcast OTIS: Odd Things I've Seen (oddthingsiveseen.com).

    Number of Pages: 272
    Dimensions: 1 x 7.7 x 5.3 IN
    Publication Date: September 10, 2024
    Add to Cart Select The Options Above

    Reviews

    Exceptional Support and Clean Code

    I was impressed by how fast the support team responded to my questions. Even as someone with basic coding knowledge, I found the theme incredibly easy to work with. The code is well-organized, and everything runs smoothly.

    — Lucas M

    Small Business Owner (Electronics Store)

    Reliable Theme with Excellent Customer Service

    After trying multiple themes, I finally chose Wokiee — and haven’t looked back. It’s reliable, modern, and easy to customize without coding. What impressed me most was their support team: fast, helpful, and willing to assist even with third-party issues. That level of service is rare!

    — Sophie N

    Owner of a Home Decor Store

    Beautiful Design and Great Flexibility

    Wokiee is hands down the best Shopify theme I’ve used. The design options are stunning and fully customizable. I was able to build a high-converting store without any external developers.

    — Rachel L

    Fashion Brand Founder

    Top-Notch Support and Regular Updates

    The customer support team is incredible — helpful, responsive, and very professional. They’ve helped me resolve everything from layout tweaks to app integrations. Plus, the theme is regularly updated with new features.

    — David P

    Shopify Consultant

    Amazing Customization Options"!

    Wokiee gave me full creative control over my store’s layout and visuals. The theme’s design blocks are so flexible that I could create something truly unique — without touching a single line of code.

    — James T

    Handmade Goods Seller

    High-Quality Theme with Professional Code

    You can tell Wokiee was built by pros. The code is clean and optimized for performance. No bloated features — just what you need. My store loads fast and looks great on all devices.

    — Anna V

    UI/UX Designer