Stein, Stephen J., 1940-

Alternative American religions / Stephen J. Stein. - New York : Oxford University Press, c2000. - 156 p. : ill., music ; 24 cm. - Religion in American life .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 150-153) and index.

Examines various alternative religions, or New Religious Movements, that have existed in the United States from colonial times through the twentieth century and from the perspectives of both insiders and outsiders.

0195111966 (alk. paper)

99042370


Sects--History--United States--Juvenile literature.
Cults--History--United States--Juvenile literature.
Cults.
Religions.


United States--Religion--Juvenile literature.

BL 2525 / .S73 2000

291.9/0973