A book by any other name: On the surface, a new book by famed author Jon Krakauer seems to tackle the problem of rising religious fanaticism in America. The book, entitled "The Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith" is due to come out later this year in conjunction with the 9/11 anniversary. But a careful look reveals that the book, contrary to popular belilef, was not written in response to September 11th and has nothing to do with Islamic fundamentalists. Can you guess which radical religion is being targeted in the book? Yep, you guessed it -- the polygamy-practicing renegade Mormons. Krakhauer says the book is his attempt "to understand religious passion and the terrible things people do...in the name of God." Donny Osmond, you've been warned.
A book by any other name: On the surface, a new book by famed author Jon Krakauer seems to tackle the problem of rising religious fanaticism in America. The book, entitled "The Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith" is due to come out later this year in conjunction with the 9/11 anniversary. But a careful look reveals that the book, contrary to popular belilef, was not written in response to September 11th and has nothing to do with Islamic fundamentalists. Can you guess which radical religion is being targeted in the book? Yep, you guessed it -- the polygamy-practicing renegade Mormons. Krakhauer 
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