One Nation under Gods A History of the Mormon Church |
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| Author:
| Abanes, Richard |
| ISBN: | 978-1-56858-219-1 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2002 |
| Publisher: | Basic Books
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $32.00 |
Book Description:
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Founded in 1830, Mormonism was seen by many as a,movement of radical zealots. But the last 100,years have witnessed a dramatic change in that,opinion. In this new work, investigative reporter,Richard Abanes, a highly regarded authority on,cults and the religious fringe, examines the,fascinating history of Mormonism in its entirety.,Re-evaluating its preoccupation with issues of,church and state, Abanes uncovers a dangerous,political agenda at Mormonism's core: the,transformation of the...
More DescriptionFounded in 1830, Mormonism was seen by many as a,movement of radical zealots. But the last 100,years have witnessed a dramatic change in that,opinion. In this new work, investigative reporter,Richard Abanes, a highly regarded authority on,cults and the religious fringe, examines the,fascinating history of Mormonism in its entirety.,Re-evaluating its preoccupation with issues of,church and state, Abanes uncovers a dangerous,political agenda at Mormonism's core: the,transformation of the world into a theocratic,kingdom under Mormon authority.