The Mormon Menace: The Confessions of John Doyle Lee, Danite

Language: EnglishPublished: November 17, 2007

Subjects:

Latter Day Saint churches History 19th century Lee, John D. (John Doyle), 1812-1877 Latter Day Saints Biography Mountain Meadows Massacre, Utah, 1857

Bookshelves:

Biographies - 1 History - Religious History - American Latter Day Saints

Authors:

Lee, John Doyle
1812 - 1877
Lewis, Alfred Henry
1857 - 1914

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In a turbulent era marked by the expansion of the American frontier, "The Mormon Menace: The Confessions of John Doyle Lee, Danite" by Lee and Lewis unveils the hidden truths behind the Danites, a clandestine sect within the Mormon Church. This gripping narrative reveals the complexities of loyalty and betrayal, as Lee shares his harrowing experiences and the chilling doctrine of "blood atonement." Ideal for historians and civic activists, this document sheds light on the intersection of faith and violence in 19th-century America. With its candid exploration of unyielding loyalty and the moral dilemmas faced by its members, this account invites readers to grapple with the darker facets of religious fervor and community allegiance.