Raised in Captivity: How to Survive (and Thrive in) a Religiously Addicted Family

by C. McNair Wilson

"This book is about church stuff that got in the way of me being me. It's not about what's wrong with any particular denomination, though the wry humor that filled my family's conversations was a means of coping with the bumps in the parking lot of faith, I have learned that the denominations are more alike than different. If Christians actually practiced this - lived it - their harmony would be deafening."

This is a book that has been in the making for fifty years. Its humor peels away hypocrisy and myth and leaves you with a refreshing look at faith. Funny and thought provoking, it has the potential to set you free."

Genres: Christianity

180 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2003

About the author

Craig McNair Wilson also writes as C. McNair Wilson

Reviews

[Mitch · Rating 1 out of 5]

I thought this would be an interesting read from a different perspective; one I didn't share- that of a kid raised with lots of church all through his developmental years.

It was that, but...

He was hurt, a lot. He claims that "Comedy can arise out of anger- humor as a coping device."

It's just that how funny is it when there's a noticeable current of anger running beneath it all?

The author spent a lot of time railing against rules of all kinds, whether administered by churches, Christian schools or ultimately governments, and seems to think that we'd all be better off without them as the love of God shines through us.

I'm not for excessive rules either, but he goes too far.

I'm sure he stood staunchly against the churches' judgements but was he ever critical himself. So much blame to spread around!

It wasn't funny; it was autobiographical therapy.

This book wasn't for me, and I am not sure what constructive use it would be to someone similarly wounded. Perhaps it would help some; I'd hope so.