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Helpful resources for understanding the historical setting of Joseph Smith's Ohio revelations—which comprise the majority of the Doctrine and Covenants—the Law of Consecration, and the development of Mormon theology:
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Hearken, O Ye People: The Historical Setting of Joseph Smith's Ohio Revelations by Mark Lyman Staker Winner of the Best Book Award from the Mormon History Association and the John Whitmer Historical Association “Sets a new standard of in-depth research in Latter-day Saint history.” — Richard L. Bushman, author of Joseph Smith: Rough Stone Rolling $34.95 hardcover |
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For Zion: A Mormon Theology of Hope “The most ambitious scholarly engagement with the law of consecration since Hugh Nibley’s Approaching Zion.” — By Common Consent $19.95 paperback |
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“This is My Doctrine”: The Development of Mormon Theology “Because he does not attempt to square circles by making Mormon doctrine consistent over time, Harrell’s encyclopedic survey of Mormon doctrine is more stimulating and more insightful than most other books on Mormon doctrine.” — James McLachlan, Professor of Philosophy and Religion at Western Carolina University $34.95 hardcover |
Understanding the Missouri conflict and the building of Nauvoo:
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Fire and Sword: A History of the Latter-day Saints in Norther Missouri, 1836–39 “Gentry used more thoroughly than any scholar before him the official documents published by the State of Missouri and the U.S. Senate in the aftermath of the Mormons’ departure from the state, which contained the correspondence between Boggs and his militia commanders.” — The Juvenile Instructor $36.95 hardcover |
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Drawing on numerous journals and other primary sources, Professor Backman sketches for us the founding, growth, and development of Nauvoo. $12.95 paperback |
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A House for the Most High: The Story of the Original Nauvoo Temple “A wealth of information about the details of building the temple and also a glimpse into the working of the Church during this same period.” — Association for Mormon Letters $29.95 paperback |
Understanding the life of the prophet Joseph Smith, including his controversial practice of polygamy:
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Knowing Brother Joseph Again: Perceptions and Perspectives “A thoughtful and thought-provoking introductory text for someone wanting an overview of Joseph Smith.” — Improvement Era $19.95 paperback |
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Joseph Smith's Polygamy, Volume 1: History “There has never been a more thorough examination of the polygamy idea.” — Richard L. Bushman, author of Joseph Smith: Rough Stone Rolling $34.95 paperback |
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Joseph Smith's Polygamy, Volume 2: History “[A] landmark in the historiography of Mormon polygamy.” — Todd M. Compton, author of In Sacred Loneliness: The Plural Wives of Joseph Smith $34.95 paperback |
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Joseph Smith's Polygamy, Volume 3: Theology “[T]he standard against which all other treatments of this important subject will be measured.” — Danel W. Bachman, author of “A Study of the Mormon Practice of Plural Marriage before the Death of Joseph Smith” $25.95 paperback |
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Joseph Smith's Polygamy: Toward a Better Understanding “Despite the book's brevity, it is detailed enough to address, or touch on, the full range of controversies associated with this topic.” — BYU Studies Quarterly $19.95 paperback |
Become well-informed about the pioneer trek to Utah and emergence of modern Mormonism, including the development and reversal of race-based priesthood restriction as well as international growth of the Church:
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Villages on Wheels: A Social History of the Gathering to Zion “A riveting compilation for any reader looking to discover this monumental and defining experience in Mormon history through the accounts of the common people who lived it.” — BYU Studies Quarterly $24.95 paperback |
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Mormonism in Transition: A History of the Latter-day Saints, 1890–1930 Winner of the Best Book Award from the Mormon History Association “Will be required reading for all historians of Mormonism for some time to come.” – Journal of American History $31.95 paperback |
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For the Cause of Righteousness: A Global History of Blacks and Mormonism, 1830–2013 Winner of the Best Book Award from the Mormon History Association “Brings together a wealth of sources to create this ambitious and quick-moving but detailed overview of the intersection of Latter-day Saint and black history.” — The Journal of Mormon History $32.95 paperback |