American Crucifixion: The Murder of Joseph Smith and the Fate of the Mormon Church
New York: Public Affairs, 2014. First printing. Hardcover/dust jacket. 334pp.
In American Crucifixion, Alex Beam tells how Smith went from charismatic leader to public enemy: How his most seismic revelation—the doctrine of polygamy—created a rift among his people; how that schism turned to violence; and how, ultimately, Smith could not escape the consequences of his ambition and pride.
Mormonism is America’s largest and most enduring native religion, and the “martyrdom” of Joseph Smith is one of its transformational events. Smith’s brutal assassination propelled the Mormons to colonize the American West and claim their place in the mainstream of American history. American Crucifixion is a gripping story of scandal and violence, with deep roots in our national identity. Condition: Very good. Item #24290
ISBN: 9781610393133
Price: $12.00