The Wilford Woodruff Journals
The Wilford Woodruff Journals (ebook only)
edited by Dan Vogel
Discover the new and expanded edition of the journals of one of the most influential figures in early Mormon history with the publication of The Wilford Woodruff Journals, meticulously edited by historian Dan Vogel.
In this important contribution to nineteenth-century Mormonism, Woodruff’s diaries provide an unparalleled firsthand perspective from the 1830s through the 1890s into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Vogel’s transcription is the best to date and breathes new life into these records, which include, for the first time, Woodruff’s day books. All this sheds additional light on Woodruff’s personal journey as a missionary, apostle, and eventually president of the church. Through this work readers gain a deeper understanding of the nature of Woodruff’s commitment to his faith and his encounters with Joseph Smith and other important leaders.
These volumes serve as an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone seeking a nuanced and multifaceted exploration of early Mormonism. The Wilford Woodruff Journals not only illuminate the life and contributions of a pivotal figure in Mormon history but also provides a rich and compelling narrative that captivates readers, transporting them to a bygone era of faith, devotion, and extraordinary perseverance.
6 volumes with index | ebook: $9.99 per volume, $2.99 for index
Dan Vogel is the author of Charisma under Pressure: Joseph Smith, American Prophet, 1831–1839, Book of Abraham Apologetics: A Review and Critique, and Joseph Smith: The Making of a Prophet, which won the Best Book Award from the Mormon History Association. He also wrote Indian Origins and the Book of Mormon and Religious Seekers and the Advent of Mormonism. He is the editor of the eight-volume History of Joseph Smith and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: A Source- and Text-Critical Edition and the award-winning five-volume, Early Mormon Documents, among others. He lives in Ohio.
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