History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Volume 2: Period 1

History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints #2

by Joseph Smith III, B.H. Roberts (Editor)

Volume one of eight, the eighth being an index for the previous seven. Includes a Preface (pg III to VIII) the explains the need for an introduction. The introduction pg(XXIII to XCIV) and notes are written by B. H. Roberts. It is an overview prophets preaching the gospel from Adam to shortly after the Roman Emperor Nero. This first Volume starts with an introduction to Joseph Smith and ends in the Jackson County period. Most of the sections of the Doctrine and Covenant are included somewhere in these seven volumes.

Genres: Religion

511 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1948

About the author

Joseph Smith III (1832-1914) was the son of Joseph Smith Jr., founder of Mormonism. Joseph III was the President of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS Church).

Reviews

[Jesse Whitehead · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m not even sure a review of this book is appropriate. It feels like trying to be critical of a book of scripture. Perhaps a non-member would be better qualified to be objective.

This book is so detailed that it becomes numbing after awhile. Whole chapters will go by and you won’t know what happened (nor did anything happen, many times). I think that’s because they are not written as novels, or entertainment but as documentation. To a historian this book is invaluable. To somebody seeking deeper understanding of a point in church history that they know little about the same applies.

To an average reader looking for something interesting and fun to read, not so much.

[Jeff West · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very detailed history of the church in 7 volumes. I've finished all 7 volumes which takes it thru to Winter quarters. Must read for all Latter-day Saints! thought it was a real page turner. the best part was that it was all original documents and accounts. A must for anyone serious about church history!!!

[M.E. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I can't say that this is a terribly entertaining book, but it is a good resource for knowing a bit more on the history surrounding the revelations in the Doctrine and Covenants. Every Letter-day Saint should have it in their library, and study it every now and again, but it isn't a pleasure read.

[Anita · Rating 3 out of 5]

covers the revelations 103 to 112. It covers the kirtland time period. Lots of letters back and forth. The thing I noticed the most is how obsessed joseph smith is about the weather. He mentions it every other journal entry. This may be an exaggeration. Also how he claims he is drying every time he gets a cold

[Irene · Rating 5 out of 5]

The History of the Early saints travel from the eastern United States to Utah.

[Ryan Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worth it for the narrative of Zion Camp and the calling/blessing of the 12 alone.

[Valerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

There should be six volumes to this set of books. Very insightful! I learned to better distinguish the different people that were involved with Joseph during this time. Many things in here that I did not know originally.

[Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this several times and enjoy reading about the history of our Church and all the many things that happened as related by the Prophet Joseph. Amazing. I am removing from my currently reading list as it is mostly a resource now.

[Eric · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty detailed and sometimes too much so, but interesting to see what happened in the final months and weeks before Joseph Smith's martyrdom.

[Chris Condie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tremendous insight into early church issues and organization.

[Chris Condie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some very deep doctrine within this volume.