Gone from the promised land

Description:

In this superb cultural history, John R. Hall presents a reasoned analysis of the meaning of Jonestown--why it happened and how it is tied to our history as a nation, our ideals, our practices, and the tension of modern culture. Hall deflates the myths of Jonestown by exploring how much of what transpired was unique to the group and its leader and how much can be explained by reference to wider social processes.

subjects: Civilization,  Jonestown Mass Suicide, Jonestown, Guyana, 1978,  Peoples Temple,  Church history,  Families,  Folklore,  Tales,  Genealogy,  Psychological aspects,  Social life and customs,  Suicide collectif de Jonestown, Jonestown, Guyana, 1978,  Kultur,  Kollektivt självmord,  Folkets tempel,  Geschichte 1900-2000,  Familles,  Contes,  Aspect psychologique,  Mœurs et coutumes,  SOCIAL SCIENCE,  Folklore & Mythology,  Sociology,  Marriage & Family,  Manners and customs

People: Jim Jones (1931-1978)

Places: United States,  San Francisco (Calif.),  Indianapolis (Ind.),  Jonestown (Guyana)

Times: 20th century