Book

Settlement processes in the Mormon core area, 1847-1890

Xerox University MicrofilmsAnn Arbor • Published In 1978 • Pages:

By: Wahlquist, Wayne L..

Abstract
Based almost exclusively on Mormon archival material, this study examines the processes of settlement in a "Mormon Core Area" between 1847 and 1890. The author describes the historical and physical setting of the core area, the initial pattern and subsequent development of the settlement, and describes three selected communities. The principal topics covered are the reasons for choice of a settlement area, population characteristics and changes, and the size and acquisition of land holdings. Additionally, previous literature on theoretical geography and Mormon studies is reviewed and critiqued.
Subjects
Reviews and critiques
Climate
Population
Composition of population
Tillage
Water supply
Settlement patterns
Real property
Acquisition and relinquishment of property
Community structure
culture
Mormons
HRAF PubDate
2018
Region
North America
Sub Region
Southwest and Basin
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Geographer
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Martin Malone ; 1978
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
1847-1890
Coverage Place
Utah, United States
Notes
By Wayne L. Wahlquist
UM 75-03399
Includes bibliographical references (p. 314-329)
Thesis (Ph.D.) -- University of Nebraska, 1974
LCSH
Mormons