Transcendental Meditation in America: How a New Age Movement Remade a Small Town in Iowa

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• Joseph Weber

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• 212 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Esoterik & Religion

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The transformation of a small Iowa town into a hub for spiritual seekers under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's influence highlights the significant impact of this movement on Western culture. Joseph Weber delves into the history of the two thousand followers who established a university in Fairfield, examining the peculiarities of their past and contemplating the future of this unique community. The book offers insights into the cultural shifts that arose during the 1960s and '70s, revealing the lasting legacy of this spiritual entrepreneur.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2014
• Einband: Paperback