The Boston Movement: Critical Perspectives on the International Churches of Christ [Paperback]

Carol Giambalvo (Editor), Herbert Rosedale (Editor)

Product Details

• Paperback: 230 pages
• Publisher: Amer Family Foundation; Revised edition (April 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0931337062
• ISBN-13: 978-0931337062
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,563,442 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Informative book!, October 16, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Boston Movement: Critical Perspectives on the International Churches of Christ (Paperback)

This book gives out great information about one of the most dangerous mind-control cults around, especially with the personal testimonies. I can relate to this because I'm a former member of the International Churches of Christ. I definitely recommend it!

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reading re. the ICoC, May 12, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Boston Movement: Critical Perspectives on the International Churches of Christ (Paperback)

I find it unreasonable that anyone should criticize Giambalvo/Rosedale for providing *exactly* what they promised: CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES. The fact that their perspectives aren't favorable to the ICoC doesn't automatically make Giambalvo/Rosedale incorrect in their views. Nor should they be criticized for not providing "Biblical" or "Christian" framework for their arguments, as their stated purpose here ISN'T to approach the ICoC from a theological perspective. It seems that anyone who has *actually read* this book would pick up on the fact that it deals in large part with the *psychological* effects of being in a coercive religious group, as the ICoC is alleged to be.

As a ex-member of the ICoC myself, I suggest that this title is essential reading for anyone wanting to have a balanced view of this controversial religious group. Even some current ICoC members who read this work may find themselves nodding in agreement (albeit secretly!) - as a number of folks both inside and outside the ICoC know, this group isn't exactly what it portrays itself to be (e.g., the ICoC's claim to be "just a non-denominational church"). This book is an important part of any library of ICoC-related materials.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Negative reviews don't overshadow this powerful book, April 16, 1999

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This review is from: The Boston Movement: Critical Perspectives on the International Churches of Christ (Paperback)

Giambalvo and Rosedale put together a candid look at real life stories from those who have been in this destructive group. The stories speak for themselves and there is no need for Biblical interpretation or references from the authors.

This book is a definitive resource for anyone needing to hear the real truth.