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Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet, with John G. Turner

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Trials and Triumphs: The Evolution of Early Mormonism

This chapter explores the challenges faced by the Mormon community in Ohio and Missouri, including violent opposition and significant incidents that shaped their journey. It discusses key events such as the construction of the Kirtland Temple and Joseph Smith's introduction of innovative practices like baptism for the dead and polygamy. The narrative culminates in the tensions leading to Smith's tragic death and subsequent ramifications for the Mormon movement.

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