The Mormon Prophet and His Harem Or, An Authentic History of Brigham Young, His Numerous Wives and Children

"The Mormon Prophet and His Harem" by C.V. Waite is a historical exploration of Brigham Young’s life, leadership, and practice of polygamy within the Mormon community during the 1800s. The account uncovers Young's early life, his conversion to Mormonism, and his subsequent rise to power after the death of Joseph Smith, charting his establishment of Mormon settlements in the West, including the pivotal journey to Salt Lake Valley. The narrative exposes the controversies surrounding Young’s religious monarchy and the complex integration of religion and government in Utah, providing a backdrop for viewers to explore Young's motivations and the expansion of the Mormon church against a landscape of persecution and religious controversy.