Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Sandy - GoodreadsDefinitely an eye opener. I knew the early beginnings of polygamy from reading the biography of Emma Smith. I had already mulled over her opposition and Joseph's moving ahead were without her approval ... Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Austin Archibald - GoodreadsBest book at the time on Mormon Polygamy has still stood the test of time as an indispensable resource decades later. Well-written and concisely summarized, it is one of the first books you should read if you want to track the principle's history throughout Mormonism. Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - GoodreadsVery good, especially if you haven't read much about it before. This was the first in depth recording of the Sarah Pratt case. At times it is a bit odd because Van Wagoner seems to be an LDS believer ...
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Sam Newton - GoodreadsThis is a nice primer on Mormon polygamy. He does lack a thesis, but does paint a nice narrative picture of Mormon polygamy. I'd call this the first book any student of Mormon polygamy should read. Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Rolf - GoodreadsVery interesting, but tough book to read--lots of "man, they don't teach that in Sunday School" kind of moments. Definitely interesting and informative, though also a niche book for the topic, hardly an introduction to LDS doctrine/culture in general. Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - GoodreadsA difficult book to read that raises many questions for Mormon faithful. It will make you reexamine and rereconcile your beliefs in past church authorities. Very well-researched and neutral. It was ...
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Rae - GoodreadsAn excellent history of polygamy within Mormonism including the early years with Joseph revealing the principle and Brigham's pioneers living it, the controversial years up until the Manifesto, and ... Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Barry - GoodreadsIf you are going to read just one book on Mormon polygamy, get Compton's 'In Sacred Loneliness' book. If you are going to read two, get this book as well. Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - Joel - GoodreadsA refreshingly neutral book documenting the history of polygamy as it relates to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This is a true historical work, using many primary references of ... Vollständige Rezension lesen
Review: Mormon Polygamy: A History
Nutzerbericht - GoodreadsVan Wagoner writes a compelling account of early Mormon polygamy. A fascinating look at how one modern American religion's culture evolved from it's beginnings with in the mid-1800's until it's ...
