Uncover the intricate construction of religious movements with this insightful exploration. Delve into the socio-cultural phenomenon of the New Age movement, using Glastonbury as a key case study. Ruth Prince’s work offers a novel theory for analyzing social religious movements, examining the processes by which counter-cultures are built from mainstream lifestyles. Discover striking parallels between Western New Age practices and ancient shamanistic traditions. Essential reading for students and scholars of sociology, anthropology, and religious studies in India seeking to understand diverse cultural formations.