Modern American Communes: A Dictionary

An alphabetical reference containing biographies and historical overviews of 20th century US communes and utopias and the individuals associated with them. Sutton (history, emeritus, Western Illinois U.) covers religious and secular communities, including Amity Colony, Farm Eco-Village, Holy City, the Branch Davidians, Shaker Communities, and The Farm. Each entry includes a list of print and electronic sources for further reading. An appendix lists communal and utopian societies. Of interest to students and researchers in anthropology, labor history, politics, cults, sects, workers' movements, and welfare communities. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR