Mormon Myth-ellaneous: Amazing True Mormon Stories and Some That Should Be!

By J. Michael Hunter

Take a light-hearted dive into the wild, wonderful world of Mormon urban legends, faith-promoting rumors, and curious bits of folklore-some true, some questionable, and some too good not to repeat.

Did Elvis really read the Book of Mormon? Why are the Three Nephites always hitchhiking? Were there ever whales in the Great Salt Lake? Did Japanese bombers really have the Laie Hawaii Temple in their sights?

From strange sightings to legendary stories passed down in Sunday School, Mormon Myth-ellaneous gathers the most memorable tales and examines what's fact, what's fiction, and what falls somewhere in between. With contributions from researchers, historians, and storytellers, this collection explores the quirky side of Latter-day Saint culture-those stories you've always heard, always wondered about, and always secretly hoped were true.

A fun, clean, and entertaining look at Mormon folklore, perfect for anyone who enjoys LDS trivia, history, and humor.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0692768017
• ISBN13: 9780692768013
• Release Date: August 2016
• Publisher: Bookbrains Press
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Fun and informative

It is about time a book like this appeared in LDS bookstores. The book was also a pleasant surprise as it was not the fluffy bits of folklore the cover did suggest. Hunter's work is a surprisingly well-researched (probably not so surprising considering the man's job) work on doctrinal myths many of which I have never heard--as well as the fun stuff like the Bear Lake Monster and those crazy missionary stories. Hunter presents his research simply, but with plenty of information. Alongside the bogus myths are plenty of related true stuff that is as just as if not more fascinating. The appendices as the end are useful as well. Throughout, Hunter still maintains a level of spirituality and a firm reminder to stick to the basics of the gospel and research anything sensational that comes our way. Definitely a fun and educational read.