L. Ron Hubbard and Scientology Studies

Donald A. Westbrook

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Cambridge University Press
14 July 2022

History of religion; Alternative belief systems

Series: Elements in New Religious Movements

This Element surveys the history and practice of Scientology studies over the past sixty years and offers resources for scholars and students moving forward. Section 1 reviews the history of academic research on the subject from 1958 to the present day. Section 2 draws on the author's fieldwork with the Church of Scientology to illuminate how founder L. Ron Hubbard (1911–86) is viewed among contemporary members. Section 3 considers Hubbard's influence and legacy in terms of the church sites and institutions that exist today in connection with the soteriological 'Bridge to Total Freedom.' Section 4 introduces English-language archival resources and their strengths. Section 5 proposes some open areas for Scientology researchers. Finally, glossaries of terms and appendices are included with major dates in Hubbard's life and Scientology research and bibliographical information for major archival collections in North America.

By: Donald A. Westbrook
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 230mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 120g
ISBN: 9781009014557
ISBN 10: 1009014552
Series: Elements in New Religious Movements
Pages: 75
Publication Date: 14 July 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Scientology Studies: Theory and Practice; 2. Fieldwork and the Scientological Worldview; 3. Pilgrimage and the Bridge to Total Freedom; 4. Archival Research; 5. Target Two; Glossary of Terms; Glossary of Acronyms; Appendix A: Timeline of Major Events in Hubbard's Life and Scientology History/Research; Appendix B: Selected Archives and Finding Aids.

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L. Ron Hubbard and Scientology Studies

Donald A. Westbrook

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