Book

The Mormons

University of Chicago PressChicago • Published In 1970 • Pages:

By: O'Dea, Thomas F..

Abstract
This is a history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, written by a non-Mormon. In an attempt to describe Mormonism as a religious movement the author delves into many of the underlying causative factors that have led to the development of the Church to date, including relations with the non-Mormon population. Additional information includes the Mormon religious worldview and how it has changed. The author points out particular problems and dilemmas that have affected the Mormon Church throughout the years of its growth.
Subjects
External migration
History
Cooperative organization
Status, role, and prestige
External relations
Religious beliefs
Ecclesiastical organization
culture
Mormons
HRAF PubDate
2018
Region
North America
Sub Region
Southwest and Basin
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Sociologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
John Beierle ; 1975
Field Date
1950-1956
Coverage Date
1830-1956
Coverage Place
United States
Notes
By Thomas F. O'Dea
Includes bibliographical references
LCCN
57006984
LCSH
Mormons