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The Sound of Gravel

A Memoir

by Ruth Wariner ...

A New York Times bestseller, The Sound of Gravel is the remarkable true story of one girl's coming-of-age in a polygamist Mormon Doomsday cult.“A haunting, harrowing testament to survival." — People Magazine“An addictive chronicle of a polygamist community.” — New York MagazineRuth Wariner was the thirty-ninth of her father’s forty-two children. Growing up on a farm in rural Mexico, where ... Read more

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A New York Times bestseller, The Sound of Gravel is the remarkable true story of one girl's coming-of-age in a polygamist Mormon Doomsday cult.“A haunting, harrowing testament to survival." — People Magazine“An addictive chronicle of a polygamist community.” — New York MagazineRuth Wariner was the thirty-ninth of her father’s forty-two children. Growing up on a farm in rural Mexico, where
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The Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith

by Various authors ...

This compilation of groundbreaking articles about the Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith is selected from over fifty years of LDS scholarship published by BYU Studies. This volume features articles on Joseph’s meeting with John C. Calhoun Jr., a crime scene analysis of the Carthage Jail, the Joseph/Hyrum funeral sermon, mobocracy, the Martyrdom itself, and the aftermath of this tragic event. ... Read more

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This compilation of groundbreaking articles about the Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith is selected from over fifty years of LDS scholarship published by BYU Studies. This volume features articles on Joseph’s meeting with John C. Calhoun Jr., a crime scene analysis of the Carthage Jail, the Joseph/Hyrum funeral sermon, mobocracy, the Martyrdom itself, and the aftermath of this tragic event.
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Watchman on the Tower

Ezra Taft Benson and the Making of the Mormon Right

by Matthew L Harris ...

Ezra Taft Benson is perhaps the most controversial apostle-president in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For nearly fifty years he delivered impassioned sermons in Utah and elsewhere, mixing religion with ultraconservative right-wing political views and conspiracy theories. His teachings inspired Mormon extremists to stockpile weapons, predict the end of the world, ... Read more

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Ezra Taft Benson is perhaps the most controversial apostle-president in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For nearly fifty years he delivered impassioned sermons in Utah and elsewhere, mixing religion with ultraconservative right-wing political views and conspiracy theories. His teachings inspired Mormon extremists to stockpile weapons, predict the end of the world,
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Baptists at our Barbecue

by Robert Farrell Smith ...

At age twenty-five, Tartan Jones has seen little of the world outside of Utah—and nothing by way of an eternal mate. Frustrated, and still single, Tartan makes a desperate bid to change his life and luck by accepting the first transfer that comes along at work.Fate lands him in a small town affectionately nicknamed Longwinded (pop. 558), located deep in the mountains, somewhere in the American ... Read more

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At age twenty-five, Tartan Jones has seen little of the world outside of Utah—and nothing by way of an eternal mate. Frustrated, and still single, Tartan makes a desperate bid to change his life and luck by accepting the first transfer that comes along at work.Fate lands him in a small town affectionately nicknamed Longwinded (pop. 558), located deep in the mountains, somewhere in the American
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Let’s Talk about Race and Priesthood

by W. Paul Reeve ...

Few topics related to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are as complex and painful to understand as the policy that for 130 years restricted members of Black African descent from priesthood ordination and receiving temple ordinances. The impact of this policy has been deeply felt by generations of faithful members of the Church. Through the lens of modern scholarship and a trust in ... Read more

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Few topics related to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are as complex and painful to understand as the policy that for 130 years restricted members of Black African descent from priesthood ordination and receiving temple ordinances. The impact of this policy has been deeply felt by generations of faithful members of the Church. Through the lens of modern scholarship and a trust in
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The Glovemaker

A Novel

by Ann Weisgarber ...

****Finalist for the Western Writers of America’s 2020 Spur Awards for Historical Novel****Finalist for the 2019 Association for Mormon Letters Awards for Novel**“Compelling historical fiction…. Part love story, part religious explication, part mystery….A journey you won’t forget.”—Houston Chronicle**In the inhospitable lands of the Utah Territory, during the winter of 1888, thirty-seven-year-old ... Read more

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****Finalist for the Western Writers of America’s 2020 Spur Awards for Historical Novel****Finalist for the 2019 Association for Mormon Letters Awards for Novel**“Compelling historical fiction…. Part love story, part religious explication, part mystery….A journey you won’t forget.”—Houston Chronicle**In the inhospitable lands of the Utah Territory, during the winter of 1888, thirty-seven-year-old
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Finding your Path in Lehi's Dream

by Bytheway, John ...

With every passing day, the unforgettable imagery in Lehi’s dream becomes more real and more relevant. In our modern world, we can literally hear the taunts and see the pointing fingers of people like those in the great and spacious building. We find ourselves clinging with greater energy to the rod of iron as we work through the massive mists of darkness toward the tree of life. In Lifestyles of ... Read more

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With every passing day, the unforgettable imagery in Lehi’s dream becomes more real and more relevant. In our modern world, we can literally hear the taunts and see the pointing fingers of people like those in the great and spacious building. We find ourselves clinging with greater energy to the rod of iron as we work through the massive mists of darkness toward the tree of life. In Lifestyles of
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The Hand of Providence

by Carter, Ron ...

Series Book 4 - Prelude to Glory
In 1777, aiming to crush the American rebellion and win for himself a lasting fame, British General John Burgoyne sets out from Canada with a massive army. Losing the help of his Indian allies and slowed by the nearly impassable terrain, the flamboyant Burgoyne finds himself locked in the battle of his life at a place called Saratoga. There, under the heroic leadership of General Benedict Arnold, ... Read more

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In 1777, aiming to crush the American rebellion and win for himself a lasting fame, British General John Burgoyne sets out from Canada with a massive army. Losing the help of his Indian allies and slowed by the nearly impassable terrain, the flamboyant Burgoyne finds himself locked in the battle of his life at a place called Saratoga. There, under the heroic leadership of General Benedict Arnold,
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The Power of Godliness

Mormon Liturgy and Cosmology

by Jonathan Stapley ...

The Power of Godliness is a key work to understand Mormon conceptions of priesthood, authority, and gender. With in-depth research and never previously used documents, Jonathan A. Stapley explores the rituals of ordination, temple "sealings," baby blessings, healing, and cunning-folk traditions. In doing so, he demonstrates that Mormon liturgy includes a much larger and more complex set of ... Read more

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The Power of Godliness is a key work to understand Mormon conceptions of priesthood, authority, and gender. With in-depth research and never previously used documents, Jonathan A. Stapley explores the rituals of ordination, temple "sealings," baby blessings, healing, and cunning-folk traditions. In doing so, he demonstrates that Mormon liturgy includes a much larger and more complex set of
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Know Your Religions Volume 3

by Alonzo Gaskill ...

This provocative series examines some of the great religions of the world, taking into account both similarities and differences with Mormonism - refuting common misconceptions, illuminating little-known practices, and exploring the theological underpinnings of the faith under study. Persons not of the LDS faith may be surprised to learn of doctrinal commonalities with the Latter-day Saints, while ... Read more

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This provocative series examines some of the great religions of the world, taking into account both similarities and differences with Mormonism - refuting common misconceptions, illuminating little-known practices, and exploring the theological underpinnings of the faith under study. Persons not of the LDS faith may be surprised to learn of doctrinal commonalities with the Latter-day Saints, while
... Read more
Under the Banner of Heaven

A Story of Violent Faith

by Jon Krakauer ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the author of Into the Wild and Into Thin Air, this extraordinary work of investigative journalism takes readers inside America’s isolated Mormon Fundamentalist communities. • Now an acclaimed FX limited series streaming on HULU.“Fantastic.... Right up there with In Cold Blood and The Executioner’s Song.” —San Francisco ChronicleDefying both civil authorities and the Mo. ... Read more

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the author of Into the Wild and Into Thin Air, this extraordinary work of investigative journalism takes readers inside America’s isolated Mormon Fundamentalist communities. • Now an acclaimed FX limited series streaming on HULU.“Fantastic.... Right up there with In Cold Blood and The Executioner’s Song.” —San Francisco ChronicleDefying both civil authorities and the Mo.
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A New Translation of Isaiah

Edited by Donald W. Parry ...

The book of Isaiah is a masterpiece of ancient prophecy, yet its complexities can often make it feel like a closed book.Dr. Donald W. Parry (Professor of the Hebrew Bible and the Dead Sea Scrolls, Abraham O. Smoot Professorship, Brigham Young University, and a member of the International Team of Translators of the Dead Sea Scrolls since 1994) offers insights to help readers unlock Isaiah's words. ... Read more

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The book of Isaiah is a masterpiece of ancient prophecy, yet its complexities can often make it feel like a closed book.Dr. Donald W. Parry (Professor of the Hebrew Bible and the Dead Sea Scrolls, Abraham O. Smoot Professorship, Brigham Young University, and a member of the International Team of Translators of the Dead Sea Scrolls since 1994) offers insights to help readers unlock Isaiah's words.
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Mere Mormonism

Defense of Mormon Theology

by Ronald R. Zollinger ...

The same vein as C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianiy, this rich volume thoroughly examines the doctrinal history of the organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its key doctrines. It succeeds in placing the Church in an unequalled position among world religions and schools of philosophy. Scholars at all levels of study will appreciate Ronald R. Zollinger's experience as a ... Read more

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The same vein as C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianiy, this rich volume thoroughly examines the doctrinal history of the organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its key doctrines. It succeeds in placing the Church in an unequalled position among world religions and schools of philosophy. Scholars at all levels of study will appreciate Ronald R. Zollinger's experience as a
... Read more
The Power of Stillness: Mindful Living for Latter-day Saints

by Jacob Z. Hess, Carrie Skarda, Kyle Anderson, Ty Mansfield ...

Latter-day Saints are great at getting things done. But sometimes an excessive focus on “doing more” can take us to a place where we’re mostly going through the motions—and missing the deep, rich spiritual power that can come from being still. Using Latter-day Saint vernacular and examples, The Power of Stillness explores ways in which mindfulness can help deepen our conversion to the gospel. ... Read more

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Latter-day Saints are great at getting things done. But sometimes an excessive focus on “doing more” can take us to a place where we’re mostly going through the motions—and missing the deep, rich spiritual power that can come from being still. Using Latter-day Saint vernacular and examples, The Power of Stillness explores ways in which mindfulness can help deepen our conversion to the gospel.
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Alexander Campbell and Joseph Smith

by RoseAnn Benson ...

This book takes a balanced look at Campbell’s and Smith’s efforts to restore primitive Christianity, including what restoration meant to both groups--their beliefs, their interactions with each other, their similarities, their differences, and their unique contributions to Christianity. ... Read more

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This book takes a balanced look at Campbell’s and Smith’s efforts to restore primitive Christianity, including what restoration meant to both groups--their beliefs, their interactions with each other, their similarities, their differences, and their unique contributions to Christianity.
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Grass Roots in Mexico

Stories of Pioneering Latter-day Saints

Edited by F. LaMond Tullis ...

This book begins with a synopsis of events that are important to the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico. This summary establishes a contextual background for the pioneer vignettes that follow. These brief sketches are mostly about pioneer Mexican Latter-day Saints and focus mainly on their conversions, their lives as new members of the Church, and what happened to ... Read more

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This book begins with a synopsis of events that are important to the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico. This summary establishes a contextual background for the pioneer vignettes that follow. These brief sketches are mostly about pioneer Mexican Latter-day Saints and focus mainly on their conversions, their lives as new members of the Church, and what happened to
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Race and the Making of the Mormon People

by Max Perry Mueller ...

The nineteenth-century history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Max Perry Mueller argues, illuminates the role that religion played in forming the notion of three “original” American races—red, black, and white—for Mormons and others in the early American Republic. Recovering the voices of a handful of black and Native American Mormons who resolutely wrote themselves into the ... Read more

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The nineteenth-century history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Max Perry Mueller argues, illuminates the role that religion played in forming the notion of three “original” American races—red, black, and white—for Mormons and others in the early American Republic. Recovering the voices of a handful of black and Native American Mormons who resolutely wrote themselves into the
... Read more
Saboteur

A Novel of Love and War

by Hughes, Dean ...

The year is 1943, and Andy Gledhill's months of training as a paratrooper have culminated in his being assigned to the 89th Airborne. But he soon learns that government has other plans for him. The newly formed Office of Strategic Services needs soldiers with language talents like Andy's to drop into Europe behind enemy lines and help fight the war from the inside out. Andy's new life of deception ... Read more

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The year is 1943, and Andy Gledhill's months of training as a paratrooper have culminated in his being assigned to the 89th Airborne. But he soon learns that government has other plans for him. The newly formed Office of Strategic Services needs soldiers with language talents like Andy's to drop into Europe behind enemy lines and help fight the war from the inside out. Andy's new life of deception
... Read more
God Knows You

Getting Real About Spiritual Challenges

by Matthew C. Godfrey ...

Do you ever feel invisible? Do you feel like no one really knows who you are? Maybe you are quiet, and people tend to overlook you. Maybe you don't have many friends or even any friends. Maybe you have a lot of friends, but you feel like you can't be yourself around them. Maybe you go to church every Sunday, but your bishop never selects you for class presidency or asks you to speak in sacrament ... Read more

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Do you ever feel invisible? Do you feel like no one really knows who you are? Maybe you are quiet, and people tend to overlook you. Maybe you don't have many friends or even any friends. Maybe you have a lot of friends, but you feel like you can't be yourself around them. Maybe you go to church every Sunday, but your bishop never selects you for class presidency or asks you to speak in sacrament
... Read more
Tabernacles of Clay

Sexuality and Gender in Modern Mormonism

by Taylor G. Petrey ...

Taylor G. Petrey’s trenchant history takes a landmark step forward in documenting and theorizing about Latter-day Saints (LDS) teachings on gender, sexual difference, and marriage. Drawing on deep archival research, Petrey situates LDS doctrines in gender theory and American religious history since World War II. His challenging conclusion is that Mormonism is conflicted between ontologies of ... Read more

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Taylor G. Petrey’s trenchant history takes a landmark step forward in documenting and theorizing about Latter-day Saints (LDS) teachings on gender, sexual difference, and marriage. Drawing on deep archival research, Petrey situates LDS doctrines in gender theory and American religious history since World War II. His challenging conclusion is that Mormonism is conflicted between ontologies of
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God Will Prevail: Ancient Covenants, Modern Blessings, and the Gathering of Israel

by Muhlestein, Kerry ...

By entering into covenants with His people, God forges vital connections that allow Him to guide and bless His children in incredible ways. Latter-day Saints have long been encouraged to stay on the covenant path—but what is that path, and how do we stay the course? In God Will Prevail: Ancient Covenants, Modern Blessings, and the Gathering of Israel, BYU Professor of Religion Dr. Kerry Muhlestein ... Read more

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By entering into covenants with His people, God forges vital connections that allow Him to guide and bless His children in incredible ways. Latter-day Saints have long been encouraged to stay on the covenant path—but what is that path, and how do we stay the course? In God Will Prevail: Ancient Covenants, Modern Blessings, and the Gathering of Israel, BYU Professor of Religion Dr. Kerry Muhlestein
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Riders of the Purple Sage & The Rainbow Trail

Western Classics

by Zane Grey ...

"Riders of the Purple Sage" tells the story of Jane Withersteen and her battle to overcome persecution by members of her polygamous Mormon fundamentalist church. A leader of the church, Elder Tull, wants to marry her. Withersteen gets help from a number of friends, including Bern Venters and Lassiter, a notorious gunman and killer of Mormons. She struggles with her "blindness" to the evil nature ... Read more

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"Riders of the Purple Sage" tells the story of Jane Withersteen and her battle to overcome persecution by members of her polygamous Mormon fundamentalist church. A leader of the church, Elder Tull, wants to marry her. Withersteen gets help from a number of friends, including Bern Venters and Lassiter, a notorious gunman and killer of Mormons. She struggles with her "blindness" to the evil nature
... Read more
Radiant Life

by Madsen, Truman G. ...

Author Truman Madsen discusses vital gospel principles-such as prayer, divine love, faith, forgiveness, and the temple experience-using examples and stories from Church history. The gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to illuminate, expand, and brighten a person's life, lifting it above the ordinary to something that is truly radiant. ... Read more

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Author Truman Madsen discusses vital gospel principles-such as prayer, divine love, faith, forgiveness, and the temple experience-using examples and stories from Church history. The gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to illuminate, expand, and brighten a person's life, lifting it above the ordinary to something that is truly radiant.
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The Life and Faith of Emma Smith

by Reeder, Jennifer ...

From acting as a scribe for the translation of the Book of Mormon to founding the Relief Society, Emma Hale Smith was a key figure in the Restoration. She was also her husband's anchor and the love of his life. But how much do we really know about her role, teachings, and leadership?Drawing upon letters written by Emma to Joseph and to many others, along with minutes from Relief Society meetings ... Read more

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From acting as a scribe for the translation of the Book of Mormon to founding the Relief Society, Emma Hale Smith was a key figure in the Restoration. She was also her husband's anchor and the love of his life. But how much do we really know about her role, teachings, and leadership?Drawing upon letters written by Emma to Joseph and to many others, along with minutes from Relief Society meetings
... Read more

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