Ezra T. Benson: Pioneer, Statesman, Saint

By John Henry Evans

Book Overview

""Ezra T. Benson: Pioneer, Statesman, Saint"" is a comprehensive biography of the life and accomplishments of Ezra Taft Benson, a prominent figure in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Written by historian John Henry Evans, the book chronicles Benson's early years in rural Utah, his missionary service in Europe, and his eventual rise to leadership positions within the Church and the state of Utah.Throughout the book, Evans highlights Benson's unwavering commitment to his faith and his dedication to public service. As a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Benson played a key role in shaping the Church's policies and doctrines, and he also served as a cabinet member under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Despite facing numerous challenges and controversies throughout his career, Benson remained steadfast in his beliefs and continued to work tirelessly for the betterment of his community.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and personal interviews, ""Ezra T. Benson: Pioneer, Statesman, Saint"" offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential figures in Mormon history. Whether you are a scholar of religious history, a fan of biographies, or simply interested in learning more about this remarkable man, this book is sure to captivate and inspire.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163134066
• ISBN13: 9781163134061
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"