The Women Of Mormonism Or The Story Of Polygamy As Told By The Victims Themselves (1882)

The Women of Mormonism: Or The Story of Polygamy as Told by the Victims Themselves is a book written by Jennie Anderson Froiseth in 1882. The book is a detailed account of the practice of polygamy among the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon Church. Froiseth, a former member of the Mormon Church, provides a firsthand account of the experiences of women who were forced into polygamous marriages. She also includes interviews with women who had escaped from such marriages and shared their stories with her. The book sheds light on the negative effects of polygamy on women and their families. Froiseth describes how polygamy led to emotional and physical abuse, neglect of children, and financial hardship. She also discusses the impact of polygamy on the larger Mormon community, including the social and political ramifications.Overall, The Women of Mormonism is a powerful and insightful book that provides a unique perspective on the practice of polygamy among the Mormon Church. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Mormon Church and the experiences of women in polygamous marriages.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.