New Light on Mormonism

By Ellen E. Dickinson and Solomon Spaulding

Book Overview

New Light on Mormonism is a non-fiction book written by Ellen E. Dickinson that offers a comprehensive and critical analysis of the history, beliefs, practices, and controversies surrounding the Mormon religion. The book explores the origins of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its founder Joseph Smith, and the doctrines and teachings that set it apart from mainstream Christianity. Dickinson also delves into the controversial issues that have plagued the Mormon Church, including polygamy, racism, and gender inequality. Through her research and analysis, she provides readers with a deeper understanding of the Mormon faith and its impact on American society. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and beliefs of the Mormon Church.1885. An early history of Mormonism that includes a discussion of the relationship of the Book of Mormon to Spaulding's Manuscript found. Partial Contents: Sketch of the Life of Solomon Spaulding and his Authorship of a Romance which he called The Manuscript Found; Following the Fate of The Manuscript Found from the Year 1816 to 1834; Sketch of Joseph Smith's Early Life; Sketch of Sidney Rigdon; The Mormons in Missouri; The Mormons at Nauvoo; Brigham Young's Election to the Presidency; Polygamy in Utah; John Taylor Elected as Successor to the Second Prophet; and The Doctrines of Mormonism.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: 141796877X
• ISBN13: 9781417968770
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"