Beautiful Zion

by Al Rounds and S. Michael Wilcox, S. Wilcox

In this magnificent volume, renowned LDS artist Al Rounds and gospel scholar Michael Wilcox capture the wonder of the Restoration legacy. From the consecrated ground of the Sacred Grove to the majestic spires of the Salt Lake Temple, you will gain a fresh perspective of the miracles that transpired and the testimonies that were born in humble, but beautiful surroundings during early Church history. With more than sixty images that comprise much of Al Rounds' life's work, accompanied by insightful text written by Michael Wilcox, Beautiful Zion takes you on a journey that will stir your own passion for the past and increase your gratitude for a story of sacrifice and joy.

Genres: History

124 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Karri Hoopes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice pictures and good narrative. The pictures weren't my favorites because they all seemed similar in that the area was there but not particularly individual or specific to the subject.

[Craig · Rating 4 out of 5]

Text written by Michael Wilcox featuring scenes of historical events and pioneer homes of the early Mormon Saints of the Nineteenth Century, this compilation of the vivid, majestic paintings of Al Rounds will become a cherished tome in the library of any student of the history of the early beginnings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.