mekowaletti 's review for:

Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell

4.5

informative

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I learned so much in this well-written and researched mix of personal and history. "Thought-terminating cliches" is now something I identify in my surroundings and personal use. The linguistic connections from everything between boutique workouts to MLMs to religion and groups that end in the loss of life. Just a fantastic read.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Suicide

Moderate: Religious bigotry, Cultural appropriation