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The Mormon Prophet and His Harem / Or, An Authentic History of Brigham Young, His Numerous Wives and Children

By C. V. Waite
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The author traces the rise and activities of Brigham Young, combining biographical narrative with political history and social description. It details his leadership of the Latter-day Saint community and governance in the Utah territory, clashes with federal authorities, episodes of violence, and legal and military interventions. Church organization, theology, and the adoption and practice of plural marriage receive sustained examination alongside economic arrangements such as tithing and emigration funds. Extensive domestic portraits describe the leader's residences, household arrangements, and many wives, while the author frames these materials as a cautionary appeal to public and governmental scrutiny.

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C. V. Waite

C. V. Waite is an author known for his work on the complex history of the Latter-day Saint movement. His notable book, "The Mormon Prophet and His Harem / Or, An Authentic History of Brigham Young, His Numerous Wives and Children," delves into the life of Brigham Young, the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and explores the controversial aspects of his polygamous practices. Waite's writing provides insight into the social and religious dynamics of 19th-century Mormonism, contributing to the understanding of this unique chapter in American religious history.

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