2 thinkers, books, and ideas connected to this field.
American Mormon historian (1944-2021), excommunicated from the LDS Church in 1993 for his scholarly work. Known for meticulous archival research producing revisionist accounts of early Mormonism, particularly on folk magic, polygamy, and the institutional history of the Church. One of the most consequential and controversial Mormon historians.
American religious leader (1806-1850), co-founder of the Latter-day Saints movement alongside Joseph Smith. Served as the primary scribe for the Book of Mormon translation and was one of the Three Witnesses to the golden plates. Later excommunicated but rebaptized before his death.