The Myth of the "Manuscript Found," or the Absurdities of the "Spaulding Story"; Eleventh Book of the Faith-promoting Series. Designed for the Instruction and Encouragement of Young Latter-day Saints. - Softcover

Reynolds, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9374599821 ISBN 13: 9789374599822

Verlag: Alpha Edition, 2026

Inhaltsangabe

Beneath the flickering gaslights of nineteenth-century America, a storm of controversy swirled around the origins of the Mormon faith, casting long shadows over the lives of young Latter-day Saints seeking certainty in their beliefs. At the heart of this tempest stood the enduring Spaulding manuscript controversy-a tale seized upon by anti-Mormon literature to challenge the very foundations of a growing religious movement. With a measured voice and a keen sense for the anxieties of youth, this volume unravels the myths and misconceptions that clouded early Mormon church history, offering both a spirited defence and a careful examination of the claims that shaped public perception. The work is steeped in the atmosphere of its era, when faith-promoting series were crafted to instruct and encourage the rising generation. Here, the reader encounters a blend of early Mormon apologetics and clear-eyed engagement with the debates that defined the period, all grounded in a sincere desire to separate fact from fiction. The narrative navigates the labyrinth of nineteenth-century Mormonism with precision, addressing the Spaulding manuscript story not as a distant curiosity, but as a living question in the hearts of young believers. Through its pages, the book becomes more than a historical rebuttal; it is a window into the lived experience of those who faced the challenges of religious instruction and the burden of inherited myths. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For readers drawn to latter day saints history, the origins of Mormon faith, and the enduring power of faith-promoting narratives, this restored work stands as a testament to resilience, clarity, and the enduring quest for truth.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Alpha Edition
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9374599821
• ISBN 13: 9789374599822
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 106
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italien