Jun 17, 2025 · (ANALYSIS) All that and more underscores the significance of a long-awaited and definitive new biography, out now: “Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet” …

Jun 17, 2025 · John Turner has written the newest biography of Joseph Smith. He is a professor of History at George Mason University and has written not only the pre-eminent biography of …

Jun 23, 2025 · Unpacking Joseph Smith: John Turner’s New Biography We’re excited to delve into the mind of John Turner, a distinguished scholar and Professor at George Mason …

Joseph Smith ... Joseph Smith Jr. (December 23, 1805 – June 27, 1844) was an American religious and political leader and the founder of Mormonism and the Latter Day Saint …

Jun 17, 2025 · “In this energetic new biography, Joseph Smith jumps off the pages as an audacious, visionary, and often reckless character. Turner has expertly portrayed Smith as an …

Jul 10, 2025 · In this episode, we dive into Chapter Seven of Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet by John G. Turner. The chapter is titled “Moses” and covers the 1830 …

Nov 4, 2024 · “Strange Things” and “Strong Meat”: John Turner’s Journey with Joseph Smith Unlike in my prior books, I cannot simply set aside or work around the key questions …

Oct 24, 2025 · Joseph Smith, American prophet and founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Smith published the Book of Mormon in 1830 and shortly thereafter …

Apr 30, 2025 · Joseph Smith’s various accounts of the First Vision provide a window into his evolving theology, particularly regarding the nature of the Godhead. The changes in each …

Conclusion Joseph Smith was a major American religious figure of the 19th century, known for claiming divine revelations that culminated in the Book of Mormon, the organization of a new …