Long before the tragedy in Guyana shocked the world, Jim Jones built his influence through conviction, charisma, and a talent for drawing people into his orbit. What began as an idealistic ministry in 1950s Indianapolis grew into a movement that blended faith, politics, and social activism, masking a darkness that deepened with every passing year.
As Peoples Temple rose in power, Jones cultivated a private world defined by manipulation, drugs, and staged miracles. His ambition ultimately carried nearly a thousand followers into the Guyanese jungle, where hope collapsed into fear and obedience became catastrophe.
Drawing on extensive research, FBI files, survivor testimony, and firsthand travel to key locations, The Road to Jonestown delivers a comprehensive account of the man behind the largest murder suicide in American history. An Edgar Award finalist for Best Fact Crime.
