Brigham Young - Architect Of Faith

Discover details of Young´s early life in New England.

What did the assassination of Joseph Smith do to the faith as a whole?

Why did Young move the Mormons to Utah?

Brigham Young created a home for the Mormon faithful in the Western wasteland of Utah. Transforming this desolate land into a thriving city was not easy, but he was a man of perseverance, courage, and unshakable faith.

Prejudice and intolerance forced the exodus of the Mormons from established US cities like Missouri and Illinois. Once they arrived in Utah, their ills were not over. Not only did they have to contend with the hard terrain, but attacks from the federal government and other outsiders. Discover how Young led them through.

Trace the life of Young from his childhood in New England up until he took control of the church. Find out the turmoil that was caused by the assassination of founder Joseph Smith. Learn about the direction the Mormon faith took under Young´s leadership. Delve into Young´s personal life, including his family of 25 wives and over 50 children. Learn what drove "the American Moses".

Upplagd i sortimentet: 6 Augusti, 2008