Cults and Fanatics - Colin Wilson

I bought this book as part of a large selection of 'cheapies' at a car boot sale. Not heavyweight, intellectual stuff by any means, but still rather interesting. Colin and Damon Wilson have gathered together many stories and events from over the last hundred years or so, that show the odd behaviour patterns of people, once they are influenced by cults or fanatics. The book is broken down into seven chapters, each chapter given a specific heading, and then the cases to qualify their inclusion. Some will be well-known to fans of criminology or all things bizarre in general, and some probably ... more

Cults and Fanitics by Colin and Damon Wilson This story gives details of mass murderers and cults ranging from the assains to the kkk to the yorkshire ripper. It discusses how their ideas became formed, who followed them and why. This book is a fascinating and gives insights into the behaviour of human beings. From those who worship the devil right through to those who take their lives to reach a different planet. It takes you into society that is not familiar to what is ours. I would recommend this book who is intrested in a cult. ... more