Publisher's Synopsis
Male Life Among the Mormons or The Husband in Utah is a book written by Austin N. Ward. It provides a detailed account of the author's experiences living among the Mormons in Utah during the mid-19th century. The book focuses on the male perspective and provides insights into the social, cultural, and religious practices of the Mormon community. Ward explores topics such as polygamy, marriage, family life, and gender roles. He also discusses the challenges faced by non-Mormon men living in Utah and their interactions with the Mormon community. The book provides a unique and informative perspective on the history of the Mormon community in Utah and its impact on the lives of those who lived there.1890. Detailing sights and scenes among the Mormons; with remarks on their moral and social economy. The work is intended as a warning against the evils of the Mormon religion. Contents: Utah-Mount Zion-Incidents and First Impressions-Brother Underwood; Glances and Glimpses-Costume-Scenes in the Streets; Burial Scenery-Rural Life-Judge White-His Opinion of Polygamy-The Bright Side of that Institution; Alexander Burnham-His House-Tragic Occurrences-Weddings-Deaths; Different Sentiments-Poor Class of Mormons-Misery of Wives; An Englishman's Opinion-English Emigrants-Their Character; The Mrs. Underwood Jealousies, Misunderstandings and Removal; The Dinner-A New Wife-Jaunt to Grantsville and What I Saw There; Return-Ogden City; Frederick Bathe Mormon Theatre-Mrs. Canceled; The Tabernacle-Form of Mormon Worship-Specimen of Preaching; The Council of Health-Miracles-Dreams and Some Other Things; Removal-My New Landlady-Miss Scott; Conversations With An Elder on Polygamy and the Future of the Mormons-Their National and Social Policy; The Markets of Salt Lake City-Shop-Keepers-Street Venders of Merchandise-Manufactures and Mechanic Arts; Schools-Literature-Introduction to Elder Kimball; Deceptions-Rascalities-Dupes-Impostors-Parley Pratt-His Schemes to Raise Money-A Bereaved Husband and Father; The Mormon Party-Mormon Belles-Incidental Notice of Brigham Young and His Family; and Exterior Influences-Young Men-Dissatisfaction with Polygamy-Changes to be Wrought in the System of Mormonism and How.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
