American Prophet: Story of Joseph Smith

by Heidi S. Swinton

Book Overview

American Prophet: The Story Of Joseph Smith offers a fascinating portrait of a man whose name has indeed been had for good and evil among all nations. As the church he founded on American soil has... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1573455431
• ISBN13: 9781573455435
• Release Date: March 2020
• Publisher: Shadow Mountain
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 9.9" x 13.1"

Customer Reviews

An extraordinary account of the life of Joseph Smith

The most recurring theme of Joseph Smith's life as found within Heidi Swinton's book was his endearing love for both his friends and his enemies. It is an easy read and flows well with many well placed pictures and paintings throughout. This book quotes from scholars from all walks of life and from various faiths and institutions, most of whom do not believe in the divine role of Joseph Smith, but all of whom joined their voices in recognizing the extraordinary role that Joseph played in the development of a uniquely American borne religion.

Broad introduction for the non-Mormon reader

The print companion to the PBS feature, the book presents a broadly positive biography of the charismatic Mormon leader. Obviously not meant to be a detailed critique, neither is it the work of an apologist. Non-Mormon readers or students needing more information will definitely want to order the PBS companion film, and then review other Smith biographies, or some of the works by Hugh Nebley. Mormon readers will find this a refreshingly positive work with public recognition, making it easy to share with friends.

American Prophet

This book as well as the documentary has given me great insight on a story that is hard to tell. I highly recommend this book. The author clearly has a talent for writing, a great knowledge of history, and a love for Joseph Smith that is evident in the story.

Prophet or not Joseph Smith was obviously Amazing

Certainly, objective, this book takes an accurate look at the Mormon Prophet, Joseph Smith. The Mormons take him for a bonafide prophet of biblical proportions. The book makes no such conclusion, but certainly takes a good look at one of the most remarkable personalities of the 19th Century. Rising out of obscurity, his influence grows exponentially even today more than 150 years beyond his death.