The Mormon Problem (Classic Reprint)

Walter M. Barrows

ISBN 10: 1333221525 / ISBN 13: 9781333221522

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book examines the complexity of the Mormon experience in Utah, exploring the challenges posed by the practice of polygamy and its impact on the community's relationship with the wider United States. The author sheds light on the social and economic factors that have shaped Utah's distinctive history, including the central role played by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The book offers insights into the ongoing tensions between Mormonism and American values, tracing the efforts to integrate Utah into the Union while addressing concerns over religious freedom. The author argues that the key to resolving these tensions lies in understanding the unique circumstances that have led to polygamy's prominence in Mormon culture. By delving into the historical, religious, and cultural contexts of polygamy, this book provides a nuanced understanding of a complex issue that continues to resonate in contemporary society. It challenges simplistic narratives and invites readers to engage with the complexities of the Mormon experience, ultimately highlighting the importance of tolerance and mutual respect in navigating religious and cultural differences. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Mormon Problem (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333221525
• ISBN 13: 9781333221522
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Modern History of the USA

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Synopsis

Excerpt from The Mormon Problem

But will the people of Utah, a large majority of whom are Mormons, ever consent to do this? Is there any change of sentiment in regard to polygamy observable among them? Are the agencies now at work sufficient to solve this vexed Mormon problem? I believe that they are, if time enough is given them; but, with their present force, it will require a long time. The work could be hastened vastly if Congress would assist the Liberal party of Utah with judicious legislation, and if the Christian people east and west of us would assist in increasing the number and efficiency of the reformatory agencies now at work.

It is my purpose in this article to describe these agencies, and to suggest how they may be strengthened.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.