Amasa Mason Lyman, Mormon Apostle and Apostate

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH PRESSISBN: 9781647690731

A Study in Dedication

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By Edward Leo Lyman
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Edward Leo Lyman taught history at North High School, Victor Valley College, California Polytechnic University at Pomona, and California State University, San Bernardino. He is the author of Political Deliverance: The Mormon Quest for Utah Statehood and San Bernardino: The Rise and Fall of a California Community.

Preface 1. Development of a Disciple, 1832-1837 2. The Emergence of a Young Church Leader-and Friend of the Prophet 3. Loss of the Prophet and Transition to New Leadership in Nauvoo 4. Travel and Settlement Planting in the West, amid Further Adaptations in Church Governance 5. Supporting Leadership on the Plains, at Salt Lake City, and Missions to California, 1848-1851 6. San Bernadino: A Tribute to Amasa's Leadership 7. The Utah War and Lyman's Ministry in Southern Utah, 1857-1860 8. European Mission and Doctrinal Developments 9. Sidelined: Lyman's Gradually Diminished Apostolic Role, 1863-1867 10. Years of Alienation, 1867-1870 11. Era of Rebellion, 1870-1872 12. Last Years, 1872-1877 Appendices 1. The Amasa M. Lyman and John Tanner Families 2. Early Lyman Study Notes 3. Additional Atonement 4. Lyman Poem Notes Bibliographic Essay Bibliography Index

Until now...the apostle-turned-apostate has remained a peripheral figure in much of Mormon historical literature. This new biography aims to provide a definitive treatment of Amasa's life. Lyman's book is likely to remain the most complete source on Amasa for years to come. Includes enough material to engage anyone interested in studying the early development of the Church through the experiences of Amasa Mason Lyman, an enigmatic and fascinating apostle."-Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought "Throws new light on many episodes of Mormon history. Leo Lyman is not afraid to address difficult subjects, including documenting events that show Brigham Young in a less than favorable light. This notable book is worth the effort to read."-Utah Historical Quarterly "The book holds a wealth of information on early Mormon and early Utah history."-New Mexico Historical Review "Fine history. Rich meat to chew on. Much top-notch history to digest and enjoy here."-The Journal of Mormon History

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