Unique in considering the Watch Tower movement's beliefs in a modern context
An essential reference tool for any academic or student
Offers in depth case-studies to describe the real experiences of converts, believers and defectors
Controversial, provocative, articulate and detailed
'... a thoughtful book that takes the Witnesses' own beliefs and words seriously.' - Publishers Weekly
'It is a clear, accurate, well-constructed, high-quality academic, sociological analysis of a modern millenarian movement ... The author is a skilled and experienced sociologist, and this book is an example of the clearest writing and the best research that can be produced by this important academic discipline.' - The Revd Thaddeus Birchard, Church Times