"Mr. Durant of Salt Lake City, 'That Mormon'" by Ben E. Rich offers a glimpse into the world of religious advocacy in the late 1800s, following the journey of Charles Durant, a missionary from Salt Lake City, as he arrives in a changing Southern town to share his faith. The story begins in Westminster, a lively town adjusting to life after the Civil War, where Durant's engaging personality quickly draws the attention of the Marshall family and other locals. Set against the backdrop of Harmony Place hotel, Durant sparks conversations on faith and morality, leading to thoughtful debates about Christianity and its differing interpretations. We observe Durant's deliberate approach to introducing his religious principles to those willing to listen, all the time grappling with skepticism and prejudice, notably from a local minister who disapproves of his presence and teachings.
Mr. Durant of Salt Lake City, "That Mormon"
By Ben. E. (Benjamin Erastus) Rich
In a post-Civil War town, a missionary from Salt Lake City sparks both curiosity and conflict as he shares his unfamiliar religious beliefs.
Summary
About the AuthorBen E. Rich (1855–1913) was a leading missionary and spokesman for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the early 20th-century. He was also a publisher, novelist, and an active participant in politics.
Ben E. Rich (1855–1913) was a leading missionary and spokesman for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the early 20th-century. He was also a publisher, novelist, and an active participant in politics.
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