Branch Davidians
Series Dangerous Devotions: Cults in Society By Jackson Peters
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Series Dangerous Devotions: Cults in Society By Jackson Peters
Library edition
Publisher National Highlights Imprint Mason Crest ISBN9781422248454
Branch Davidians
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9781422248454J
Dive into the riveting saga of the Branch Davidians, an enigmatic religious sect led by the charismatic David Koresh. Branch Davidians explores how Koresh, elevating himself to messianic heights, propelled his group's ideologies to a dangerous extreme. It examines the gripping fifty-one-day standoff between his devoted followers and federal law enforcement agents that culminated tragically in flames. Koresh's extraordinary sway over his believers, whom he convinced of his divine inspiration, is central to a compelling tale of faith and manipulation. Branch Davidians delves into the intricate layers of his influence, from divine-like claims to the fiery conclusion, outlining the haunting narrative of a misguided leader and his fateful flock. Discover the chilling world of cults in Dangerous Devotions: Cults in Society, a gripping five-book series that explores the secrets of history's most infamous cults through real stories and extensive research. Understand the motives of charismatic leaders and their followers and learn why these dangerous organizations arise and eventually crumble.
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