Peter Herriot Knihy

This book gives a personal insight into the hearts and minds of a fundamentalist Christian sect, the Open Brethren. Using Brethren magazine articles, obituaries, and testimonies, Peter Herriot argues that the Brethren constitute a perfect example of a fundamentalism. Their culture is entirely opposed to the beliefs, values, and norms of modernity. As a result, like other fundamentalisms they challenge modern Christianity and impede its efforts to engage with global society.

The book explores the Church of England's perception as homophobic and misogynist, attributing it to the influential yet numerically small Calvinist and Charismatic movements. The Calvinists, positioned as defenders of Reformed doctrine, skillfully navigate media and church politics, while the Charismatics blend modern cultural elements with a premodern worldview. This dynamic interplay of ideologies within the church sheds light on its current controversies and societal image, revealing the complexities of faith in a contemporary context.

The book challenges the traditional view of memory as a linear sequence of storage, proposing instead that memory is fundamentally about the coding process. It argues that the transformation of the nominal stimulus into a functional stimulus is crucial for understanding how we remember. By rejecting the focus on memory structure, the author offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of memory and its functioning.

The book offers a critical evaluation of language as a skilled behavior, exploring various aspects such as generative linguistics, psychology, and behaviorist approaches to meaning. It delves into language acquisition and impairment, as well as the relationship between language and thought. Professor Herriot provides insights into the complexities of language, reflecting on its rapid expansion as a field of study since its original publication in 1970.

Exploring the significant influence of fundamentalists in various spheres, this book delves into their impact on religion, culture, and politics. It includes thought-provoking discussion questions and recommendations for additional reading, making it a valuable resource for social science and religion students, as well as those curious about the psychological foundations of fundamentalism.

Exploring the connections between populism and fundamentalism, the book highlights their shared response to modern complexities and crises by advocating a return to an idealized past. Both movements psychologically frame society into a virtuous 'Us' versus a malevolent 'Them,' fostering ongoing conflict. Through social identity theory and contemporary case studies, the author illustrates these dynamics, prompting thoughtful discussion on the implications while ultimately offering a message of hope.

This book places assessment in its polictical, economic and social context. It examines the design of selection and apprasial as well as the tools of the trade. It summarizes what is known about selection of specfic occupations and into which sectors.