The Making of Matthias is a historical non-fiction book written by Joseph Smith Fletcher and first published in 1897. The book chronicles the life and deeds of Matthias, a self-proclaimed prophet who gained a following in New York City during the 1830s. Matthias claimed to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ and convinced many people to join his cult-like group, which he called the Kingdom of God. Fletcher's book delves into the psychological and...