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L. Ron Hubbard, Messiah or Madman?
An in-depth biography that tells the no holds barred story of Hubbard the scam artist & his Church of Scientology.
Note
Preface
Introduction: 'Mankind Has No Better Friend'
1967-84 The Adventures of the Commodore
'Unscrupulous Womanzer' to 'Ascended Messiah'
The Aftermath
Glossary
Note
Preface
Introduction: 'Mankind Has No Better Friend'
1967-84 The Adventures of the Commodore
'Unscrupulous Womanzer' to 'Ascended Messiah'
The Aftermath
Glossary
Hardcover, 1st, 402 pages
Published
September 1st 1987
by Lyle Stuart Inc. (Secaucus, NJ)
(first published 1987)
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Jul 20, 2012
Erik Graff
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3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Scientologists
Recommended to Erik by:
no one
Shelves:
biography
I've never knowingly met a Scientologist, but I have known the daughter of one of the principals of this book, a close associate of Hubbard's during the Dianetics period and early days of Scientology. Her recollections of the stories told her by her father were a factor in my purchasing this book at the Hayward, Wisconsin Public Library.
Although I'd probably heard of L. Ron Hubbard early on front various print media, my first distinct recollection of him as something more than just a science f...more
Although I'd probably heard of L. Ron Hubbard early on front various print media, my first distinct recollection of him as something more than just a science f...more
The first half of this book and the second half should have been flip flopped. While it would not be in chronological order, it would have helped explain the basic ideas and development of Scientology as LRH slowly slipped deeper into madness. Always designed as a cult to generate power and wealth to L.Ron, it becomes clear that things get worse and worse as more people start believing. The philosophical underpinnings in basic Jack Parsons satanic science fiction pulp technology, the will to sex...more
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Jul 16, 2008
Thomas
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5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
Anyone
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Found it in my bookstore
I thought this book (co-written by L. Ron's son!) really exposes Scientology for much of what it is. Then, there is the tale of L. Ron raping a young woman with his flaccid penis...yeah, you read that correctly. According to the accounts in this book, L. Ron was a demon among men. I do not consider every account in this book as fact, but I can't imagine that NONE of it is true. Even if a small percentage of the information is correct, then Scientology is SCARY! This book details the history of t...more
Great read especially if you enjoy a great giggle. How so many people have fallen for this load of crap is beyond me. But it is a very interesting book about a fascinating con man and the making of a religion.
An excellent expose' of the Scientology cult. However, the book itself lacked structure. I felt like I was taking a trip without benefit of a road map. I never really knew where I was in the grand scheme of things...
When I wrote my initial review of this book as well as some of the other Scientology texts (The Basics), I was pretty deep into Scientology and all of the "data" and fanciful stories they told about L. Ron Hubbard. Now that I am no longer associated with Scientology and have done research on my own about the REAL life of LRH, I can tell you that this book is about as reliable as it gets. Along with "Bare-faced Messiah" you will learn the truth about Scientology's founder and just what is is like...more
Inside Scientology by Reitman is more up to date.
Madman. Definitely madman. LOL :)
Boring. Poorly written. I have read reviews and most say it gets better midway through but I cannot hold on that long.
Bent Corydon was privy to information on Scientology as LRH's right hand man. Hubbard states the greatest influence would be in, "ruling Hollywood, to do so would rule the world. Alcohol, drug induced madman, LRH, a good read.
If you'd like to know just how creepy, wicked and deranged L.Ron Hubbard was, or how messed-up Scientology is, this is the book for you! A real horror show.
Apr 06, 2013
Dayle Lynne
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Recommended to Dayle by:
Jared
Shelves:
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