Under The Banner of Heaven

A Story of Violent Faith

Jon Krakauer

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Pan
01 November 2022

History; History of the Americas

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True crime in the American heartland. Under the Banner of Heaven is a riveting account of Mormon fundamentalism and renegade prophets, from the bestselling author of Into the Wild and Into Thin Air.

Brothers Ron and Dan Lafferty insist they were commanded to kill by God. In Under the Banner of Heaven, Jon Krakauer's investigation is a meticulously researched, bone-chilling narrative of polygamy, savage violence and unyielding faith. An incisive look inside isolated Mormon Fundamentalist communities in America, this gripping work of non-fiction illuminates an otherwise confounding realm of human behaviour.

PRAISE FOR UNDER THE BANNER OF HEAVEN

'A provocative look at the twisted roots of American fundamentalism.' Will Self, Evening Standard 'Books of the Year'

'Excellent . . . a lucid, judicious, even sympathetic account not just of Mormon Fundamentalism but of the seductive power of fanaticism in general.' Daily Telegraph

'Remarkable . . . for anyone interested in the wilder frontiers of spiritual conviction, this book is a must.' Independent

'Powerfully illuminating. . . . Almost every section of the book is fascinating in its own right, and together the chapters make a rich picture. . . . An arresting portrait of depravity.' New York Times Book Review

' Illuminating . . . provocative. . . . Krakauer is an adept chronicler of extremists [and] the tour guide of choice for secular quests.' Los Angeles Times Book Review

By: Jon Krakauer
Imprint: Pan
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 302g
ISBN: 9781035014767
ISBN 10: 1035014769
Pages: 432
Publication Date: 01 November 2022
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author Website: https://www.facebook.com/jonkrakauer

Jon Krakauer is the author of eight books and has received an Academy Award in Literature from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. According to the award citation, 'Krakauer combines the tenacity and courage of the finest tradition of investigative journalism with the stylish subtlety and profound insight of the born writer.'

Reviews for Under The Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith

A provocative look at the twisted roots of American fundamentalism. -- Will Self * Evening Standard Books of the Year * Excellent . . . a lucid, judicious, even sympathetic account not just of Mormon Fundamentalism but of the seductive power of fanaticism in general. * Daily Telegraph * Remarkable . . . for anyone interested in the wilder frontiers of spiritual conviction, this book is a must. * Independent *