The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple
The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017454
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple by Jeff Guinn explores the life of Jim Jones and the development of Peoples Temple. The book delves into Jones's background, the rise of his charismatic leadership, and the events leading to the tragic mass deaths in Jonestown, focusing on the individuals involved and the social factors influencing their experiences.
Dark
Unnerving
Informative
Mysterious
Melancholic
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Review Roundup
Jeff Guinn’s The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple offers a comprehensive, well-researched exploration of Jim Jones and his followers. The narrative is engaging, detailing the psychological manipulation within the cult. Some critics find the extensive detail overwhelming, but the book is praised for its depth and historical insight.
Who Should Read The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple?
Readers fascinated by true crime, cult dynamics, and psychological exploration would enjoy Jeff Guinn’s The Road to Jonestown: Jim Jones and Peoples Temple. It appeals to those drawn to Helter Skelter and Under the Banner of Heaven, offering an in-depth, narrative-driven study of charismatic leaders and their profound impact on followers.
20,385 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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454
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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