History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. History of Joseph Smith, the Prophet (Complete Edition)By Joseph Smith
Length189h 12m
About this audiobook
History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vols. 1–7) is a monumental documentary narrative tracing the movement from Joseph Smith's early visions and the publication of the Book of Mormon through the church's migrations, persecutions, theological developments, and institutional formation. Written in a providential, testimonial style, it blends autobiography, revelation, correspondence, minutes, and historical narration. Its literary context lies between nineteenth-century religious memoir, frontier chronicle, and sacred history, presenting events as both human struggle and divine unfolding. Joseph Smith, the founding prophet of the Latter-day Saint tradition, stands at the center of this work as visionary, organizer, translator, and contested religious leader. His experiences in the burned-over district of New York, his claims of revelation, and the pressures of opposition in Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois shaped the record's urgent tone. Later editorial work preserved and arranged these materials into a continuous ecclesiastical history. This work is essential for readers seeking to understand Mormon origins, American religious innovation, and the making of a modern prophetic movement. Scholars, believers, and historically curious readers will find it indispensable, though best approached critically, with attention to its devotional aims and documentary complexity.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length189 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Author Biography
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6History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 1)
7History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 2)
8History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 3)
9History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 4)
10History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 5)
11History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 6)
12History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 7)
13History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 8)
14History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 9)
15History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Vol. 1-7) (pt. 10)
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