"Barrett writes.in an accessible, objective, and.encyclopedic fashion that makes his work truly stand out."--Library Journal. "This is a fascinating book to read.a useful resource."--Booklist. A greatly expanded, revised, and updated edition of this much-praised, topical, and best-selling reference.

From variations on the major world religions to the Moonies, Wicca, Scientology, and Transcendental Meditation, it's the best available source book to the off beat and alternative organizations, sects, and cult movements. The first edition and the paperback version both sold out--and this will prove equally popular.