Life of Joseph F. Smith

5W 1938 Joseph Fielding Smith, First Edition

Notes

Life of Joseph F. Smith by Joseph Fielding Smith is a biography of Joseph F. Smith, the sixth president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Written by his son, Joseph Fielding Smith, who later became the tenth president of the LDS Church, the book provides an in-depth look at the life, character, and contributions of Joseph F. Smith. It covers his early years, including the hardships he faced as an orphan after the assassination of his father, Hyrum Smith, his experiences as a missionary, and his eventual rise to church leadership.

The biography highlights Joseph F. Smith’s significant influence on the church during a pivotal period of growth and transition in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It explores his role in shaping church doctrine, guiding the Saints through legal challenges, and fostering international missionary work. The book serves as both a historical record and a personal tribute to a key figure in LDS history.

Description

Navy blue pebble leather hardcover with gold embossed lettering on the front cover and spine. Minor fading of color along spine edges due to wear and browning to pages inside. Brown paper library pocket and card on the inside back cover with no writing on it. Excellent condition overall.