The Mormon Prophet's Tragedy

The Mormon Prophet's Tragedy is a book written by Elder Orson F. Whitney that explores the life and death of Joseph Smith, the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The book offers an in-depth look at the events leading up to Smith's assassination in 1844 and the aftermath of his death, including the struggles of the early Mormon pioneers and the eventual establishment of the church in Utah. Whitney provides a unique perspective on Smith's life and teachings, drawing on his own experiences as a member of the church and his extensive research into the history of Mormonism. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the life of its founder, Joseph Smith.1905. This is a review of an article by the late John Hay, published originally in the Atlantic Monthly, on a portion of the Mormon theme written by Whitney who was a member of the Council of Twelve. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.