Publisher's Synopsis
""Joseph Smith as a Translator"" is a book written by R. C. Webb that provides a critical examination of the claims made by Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, regarding his ability to translate ancient Egyptian writings. The book is written in a candid and straightforward manner, and it draws upon the best available knowledge of the present day to evaluate the accuracy and legitimacy of Smith's claims. The author analyzes the historical context in which Smith made his claims, as well as the methods he used to translate the ancient texts. The book also explores the role of religion and faith in Smith's translations, and it provides a detailed analysis of the linguistic and historical evidence that supports or challenges his claims. Overall, ""Joseph Smith as a Translator"" is an insightful and thought-provoking work that sheds light on one of the most controversial and debated aspects of Smith's legacy.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.
