Scheeres, Julia
A Thousand Lives: The Untold Story of Jonestown
- ISBN 13:
- 9781416596400
- author:
- Scheeres, Julia
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Free Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 311
- Dimensions:
- 21.1 x 14 x 2.3 cm
- Genre:
- History, Religious History, Other Religions
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 3 working days
Description
A Thousand Lives: The Untold Story of Jonestown In 1954, a charismatic preacher named Jim Jones opened a church in Indianapolis, where he drew a devoted following with his message of social justice. As his congregation grew, so did Jones's influence, but his behavior became increasingly erratic and his message more ominous. Despite the growing concerns, his followers remained loyal, and by the time Jones moved his congregation to a remote jungle in Guyana, it was too late. This gripping account draws on recently declassified documents, audiotapes, and rare videos to piece together the story of Jonestown. The people who built Jonestown were seeking a better life for themselves and their children, but they found themselves trapped in a desperate situation, subjected to the leader's twisted ideology and deprived of basic necessities. A Thousand Lives is a vivid and haunting tale of blind loyalty, daring escapes, and senseless loss. Julia Scheeres's meticulously researched book sheds new light on one of the most infamous tragedies of the 20th century, revealing the complexities and nuances of a story that has been told and retold before.
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