From Plowboy to Mormon Prophet: Being a Short History of Joseph Smith for Children

by William A. Morton

"From Plowboy to Prophet" is a vintage book on the life of the Joseph Smith. Joseph Smith Jr. (1805 - 1844) was an American religious leader who founded Mormonism and the Latter Day Saint movement. At the age of twenty-four, he published the Book of Mormon. When he died fourteen years later, his movement had tens of thousands of followers. This volume offers an account of his life from his birth to his death in 1844, making it highly recommended for those looking for an introduction to Mormonism and it's interesting history. Contents include: "Birth of Joseph Smith", "Light from Scriptures", "How Joseph's Story was Received", "Joseph Visited by Angel Moroni", "Joseph Visits Cumorah and Views the Plates", "Joseph Receives the Plates", "Professor Anthon's Testimony", "What Happened Through the Breaking of a Promise", etc. Many vintage books like this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now complete with the original text and artwork for the enjoyment of readers now and for years to come.

174 pages, Paperback

First published September 20, 2004

About the author

William Albert Morton
1866-

Reviews

[Lucinda]

This is a short book written for kids to tell Joseph Smith's story very simply with lots of great illustrations. They already know the story of course but reading it together provides opportunities for lots of discussion while we read. For that reason, I enjoyed reading it to them.

[Momma Fish]

I read this when about 9 or so maybe? Really liked it though. An easy reader.