The Autobiography of Parley Parker Pratt One of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Embracing His Life, Ministry, and Travels

"The Autobiography of Parley Parker Pratt" by Parley P. Pratt is a late 19th-century narrative of one of the original apostles of the Latter-Day Saints, covering his life, religious work, and journeys establishing the church. The book opens with an introduction, put together by his son posthumously, setting the scene for Pratt’s early experiences and the strong moral foundation that would set the tone for his life. Pratt recounts his youth in upstate New York, illustrating his spiritual quest and voracious appetite for learning. His early life shows his westward journey, highlighting his decision to live according to his strongly held beliefs and his internal debates regarding the various religious options that he came across, which eventually directed him toward the Mormon faith. It lays the basis for his future role as a missionary, leader, and defender of Mormonism.