Publisher's Synopsis
""A Brief History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints"" by Edward H. Anderson is a comprehensive and concise overview of the history of the Mormon Church. The book begins with the founding of the Church by Joseph Smith in 1830 and traces its growth and development through the 19th and 20th centuries. The author covers key events and figures in the Church's history, including the exodus to Utah, the Mormon pioneer trek westward, and the development of the Church's unique doctrines and practices. Anderson also explores the Church's role in American history, including its involvement in the Civil War and its impact on the Westward Expansion. The book concludes with a discussion of the Church's global growth and contemporary challenges. Written for both scholars and general readers, ""A Brief History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and beliefs of the Mormon Church.1926. From the birth of the prophet Joseph Smith to the present time. This little book presents a brief outline of the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. To aid the reader in obtaining a clear understanding of the principles of the gospel, references are made to the Doctrine and Covenants containing the revelations of Joseph Smith for the building up of the Kingdom of God in the last days. A great book to give the reader an introduction to Mormonism from an authentic source.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.