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The Mormon Menace: The Confessions of John Doyle Lee, Danite

By John Doyle Lee
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A first-person memoir by a former Danite recounts his life, conversion to Mormonism, missionary work, internal church practices and doctrines, and participation in violent events culminating in the Mountain Meadows massacre; it combines biographical episodes, doctrinal explanation (including sealing and blood atonement), descriptions of Danite organization and orders as he presents them, and the legal aftermath that led to his arrest and execution.

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John Doyle Lee

John Doyle Lee was an American figure associated with the early history of the Latter Day Saint movement. He is best known for his book "The Mormon Menace: The Confessions of John Doyle Lee, Danite," in which he provides a controversial account of his experiences within the Mormon community and his role as a Danite, a member of a secretive group within the church. Lee's writings offer insight into the complexities and conflicts of early Mormon society, reflecting both his personal struggles and the broader tensions of the time. His narrative serves as a significant, if contentious, contribution to the understanding of Mormon history.

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