Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism Free Audiobook Download by Amanda Montell
As a fan, fanaticism is the result of your continued devotion and admiration. The more you love something, the more loyal you become to it. Sometimes there's an obsession with something that goes beyond what can be considered rational. This is what "Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism" by Amanda Montell has to say about the adoration of a certain thing or person.
This is a nonfiction book about the language of fanaticism in America. In this audiobook, you will learn how some people use words to manipulate minds and get people to behave in certain ways that they wouldn't otherwise.
One of the major themes that Amanda explores in her book is how the language of fanaticism has taken over our society. The word "cult" used to be reserved for religious organizations and became controversial after certain groups, like Moonies and Scientologists, began using it as an insult to other religions.
When you listen to the audiobook of Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism, it is easy to imagine yourself in the story. The narrator, Ann Marie Gideon, does a wonderful job of capturing the emotions from each character and her performance is phenomenal. I could almost see myself listening to this book on the subway or even walking through my town. This book was so captivating that I finished it in two days.
In this book, Amanda Montell offers a fascinating look into the world of cults, delving into ways individuals can identify themselves as members of such groups.
In her book, “Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism”, Amanda Montell examines the world of cults and fanatics from a perspective that is unique. She has interviewed those who have been involved in cults or are currently involved in them.
Published Date | 2021-06-15 |
Duration | 8 hours 21 minutes |
Author | Amanda Montell |
Narrated | Ann Marie Gideon |
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Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | Language Instruction |
Parent Category | Language Arts, Social Science |