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The Martyrdom of Joseph Standing or The Murder of a Mormon Missionary a True Story

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The Martyrdom of Joseph Standing or The Murder of a Mormon Missionary a True Story is a book written by John Nicholson. The book narrates the true story of Joseph Standing, a Mormon missionary who was murdered in Georgia in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the murder, the trial of the accused, and the aftermath of the tragedy. Through the eyes of Joseph Standing's family, friends, and fellow missionaries, the book explores the religious and political tensions that existed between Mormons and non-Mormons in the South during that time. The author also delves into the legal and social implications of the case, and how it affected the Mormon community at large. The Martyrdom of Joseph Standing or The Murder of a Mormon Missionary a True Story is a compelling read that sheds light on a little-known chapter in American history.1886. Also an appendix giving a succinct description of the Utah Penitentiary and some data regarding those who had, up to date of this publication, suffered incarceration through the operations of the anti-Mormon Crusade begun in 1884. Nicholson wrote this account while in prison. He was among the more early victims of the legal raid instituted against the Latter-day Saints under the Edmunds Act, which prescribes penalties for polygamy and unlawful cohabitation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162732947
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 164
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x9 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 227 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 14. december 2024
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The Martyrdom of Joseph Standing or The Murder of a Mormon Missionary a True Story is a book written by John Nicholson. The book narrates the true story of Joseph Standing, a Mormon missionary who was murdered in Georgia in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the murder, the trial of the accused, and the aftermath of the tragedy. Through the eyes of Joseph Standing's family, friends, and fellow missionaries, the book explores the religious and political tensions that existed between Mormons and non-Mormons in the South during that time. The author also delves into the legal and social implications of the case, and how it affected the Mormon community at large. The Martyrdom of Joseph Standing or The Murder of a Mormon Missionary a True Story is a compelling read that sheds light on a little-known chapter in American history.1886. Also an appendix giving a succinct description of the Utah Penitentiary and some data regarding those who had, up to date of this publication, suffered incarceration through the operations of the anti-Mormon Crusade begun in 1884. Nicholson wrote this account while in prison. He was among the more early victims of the legal raid instituted against the Latter-day Saints under the Edmunds Act, which prescribes penalties for polygamy and unlawful cohabitation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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