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September 8, 2025International Journal for the Study of New Religions

Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism, by Amanda Montell

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The book examines how specific language enhances cult-like behaviors among groups, revealing societal influence.
Montell highlights the power of terminology in promoting fanaticism, which can affect diverse communities.
The narrative combines personal anecdotes and cultural analysis, linking language to psychological manipulation.
Amanda Montell's exploration encourages readers to critically assess the language used in contemporary movements.

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Montell uncovers how language shapes fanaticism, suggesting deeper societal implications.

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Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism, by Amanda Montell. HarperCollins, 2021. Hb. 320 pp. $27.99. ISBN: 9780062993151

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Jacques Parker (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1956b9b7b07f3a0619958 https://doi.org/10.1558/ijsnr.31707

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