William B. Smith: In the Shadow of a Prophet Cover:Hardcover

William B. Smith: In the Shadow of a Prophet Cover:HardcoverBy Kyle R. Walker A magnificent work. Standard Examiner This comprehensive treatment will serve as the definitive biography for years to come; it will certainly be difficult to improve upon. Association for Mormon Letters Walker has further solidified his position as the leading expert on the Smith family. Juvenile Instructor An important addition to the growing literature on the rise of Mormonism. BYU Studies Quarterly 2016 Best Biography Award, John

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and even Western-style shoot-outs place Lot Smith: Mormon Pioneer and American Frontiersman into both Western Americana literature and Mormon biographical history