Books and Tracts on Mormonism

1830 Edition Book of Mormon (Replica)

A hardcover, leather bound replica of the first edition printed by E. B. Grandin in Palmyra, New York. Title page refers to Joseph Smith as the “Author” and proprietor of the work.

$35.00

10 Questions and Answers on Mormonism

Did the Christian church really need to be restored? Was Joseph Smith a true prophet? What is Mormon scripture? Is the Bible trustworthy Scripture? Is the Book of Mormon an ancient document? Is the God of Mormonism the God of the Bible? Does Mormonism teach the truth about Jesus? Can we earn our salvation? Why do Mormons build temples? Does Mormonism teach polygamy?

$4.00

An Insider's View of Mormon Origins

LDS educator Grant Palmer shows that much of what Mormons take for granted as literal history has been tailored over the years—slightly modified, added to, one aspect emphasized over another—to the point that the original narratives have been nearly lost.

$25.00

American Apocrypha

Editors Dan Vogel and Brent Metcalfe offer nine critical essays dealing with the Book of Mormon. Included in the package is Thomas Murphy's examination of the claim that Native Americans are ancestors of the Book of Mormon Lamanites.

$22.00

Answering Mormons' Questions

Bill McKeever answers 38 questions most often asked of Christians by their Mormon acquaintances. Discusses the proper use of numerous biblical verses often used as "proof-texts" to support the LDS position.

$14.00

Becoming Gods

Richard Abanes covers such topics as: the Mormon view of God and Jesus; the potential godhood of men and women; LDS revelations (today’s versus those from the past); the standard Mormon writings (such as The Book of Mormon); and the latest Mormon arguments for their faith. He demonstrates why evangelicals find the ever-changing claims of Mormonism difficult to accept as valid.

$15.00

Blood of the Prophets: Brigham Young and the Massacre at Mountain Meadows

Independent historian and Salt Lake Tribune columnist Will Bagley presents some new and fascinating source material regarding the murders of 120 men, women, and children by the hands of Mormons and Indians at the infamous Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857.
(Paperback, 2004, 544 pp.).

$25.00

By His Own Hand Upon Papyrus

Charles Larson examines the background of the Book of Abraham papyri. Dr. Stephen E. Thompson, an LDS scholar with a Ph.D. in Egyptology, said Larson is "far more accurate than anything Hugh Nibley ever wrote on the subject."

$12.00

Conflict in the Quorum: Orson Pratt, Brigham Young, Joseph Smith

Gary James Bergera documents the behind-the scenes conflicts between Mormonism's most powerful early leaders. In doing so he documents some of the more disturbing examples of Brigham Young's authoritarian leadership, thus destroying the common myth that LDS leaders are monolithically unified.

$25.00

Early Mormonism and the Magic Worldview

Former Mormon historian Dr. D. Michael Quinn examines Joseph Smith's use of divining rods, talismans, magical parchments, ritual magic, and seer stones. While most Mormons are uncomfortable linking their prophet to such practices, Quinn does not see this as a problem. In this 1998 revision he also responds to Mormon apologists who have been critical of his earlier edition of this work.

$20.00

In Sacred Loneliness: The Plural Wives of Joseph Smith

Todd Compton offers a fascinating look into the lives of Joseph Smith's polygamous wives -- one-third of whom were between fourteen and twenty years of age. Another third were already married to some of Smith's closest associates.

$40.00

Joseph Smith and Muhammad

Eric Johnson offers an interesting insight into the parallels between the founder of Mormonism and the founder of Islam.

$4.00

Joseph Smith "Million Dollar Bill" Tract

This Million Dollar Bill tract is guaranteed to attract attention. It features a picture of Joseph Smith on the front and a salvation message directed to Mormons on the back.

Pack of 50: $4, Pack of 100: $7

Joseph Smith: Rough Stone Rolling

Mormon historian Richard L. Bushman admits it is difficult being totally objective when it comes to the life of Joseph Smith; however, he does give readers a much more balanced approach than LDS historians who are more worried about being nothing more than "faith-promoting." Because of this, Mormons and non-Mormons alike will benefit from his research.

$35.00

Mormon Polygamy: A History

Richard Van Wagoner offers one of the best looks at the practice of plural marriage within the context of Mormonism. He offers a balanced view of this controversial subject beginning with Smith’s secret relationships in Ohio and Nauvoo, to its public announcement in 1852. Van Wagoner spends considerable space examining its affect on Mormon women, the politics behind the Manifesto of 1890, and the splinter groups that carried on the practice after its disavowal by the LDS Church. (Paperback,1989, 255pp.)

$20.00

Mormonism 101

Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson team up to produce an easy to read book that examines the basic issues that divide Mormonism from biblical Christianity. Over 500 endnotes dealing with the LDS Godhead, preexistence, the fall, the standard works, atonement, grace and works, communion, the temple, and much more!

$17.00

Mormon America: The Power and Promise

Richard and Joan Ostling provide a candid examination of the LDS Church that focuses on issues that make it both distinctive and culturally significant. As stated in the introduction, this book, "examines this growing American subculture's colorful history, unique beliefs, and penchant for secrecy, its lifestyle, and finances, its place in the religious and secular world today, and its growth and prospects for the future."

$18.00

The Mysteries of Godliness: A History of Mormon Temple Worship

Without having to violate any temple oaths, David John Buerger uses "published accounts, journal and diary entries, autobiographies, and other public sources" as he details the origin of the Mormon endowment ceremony and how it has been revised over the years.

$22.00

The late Wesley Walters demonstrates how the official version of Joseph Smith's "first vision" contradicts actual history.

$4.00

The New Mormon Challenge

Several Christian scholars combine their expertise to respond to arguments being made by Mormon academics.

$29.00

No Man Knows My History: The Life of Joseph Smith

Fawn McKay Brodie's historical honesty came at the price of her membership in the LDS Church. Though originally written in 1945, her biography of Joseph Smith continues to be one of the better resources available.

$18.00

One Nation Under Gods

Rich Abanes offers readers a fascinating look into the history of the LDS Church as well as its unique teachings.

$25.00

Quetzalcoatl -- Jesus in the Americas?

Eric Johnson examines the Mormon claim that an ancient Mesoamerican legend regarding the god Quetzalcoatl was in fact Jesus Christ.

$4.00

Sidney Rigdon: Portrait of Religious Excess

Richard Van Wagoner intended to give the reader some little known insight into the life of Joseph Smith's right-hand man. In doing so he also gives troublesome facts regarding Mormonism's founder, Joseph Smith. (Paperback, 2005, 493 pp.)

$27.00

Studies of the Book of Mormon

B.H. Roberts served the LDS Church as both faithful historian and General Authority. However, towards the end of his life he found himself frustrated by the superficial answers given by his church leaders regarding some very difficult questions about the Book of Mormon. Roberts was a staunch defender of the LDS faith, but he was also considered an honest thinker. For this reason Studies of the Book of Mormon makes for a very interesting read.

$15.00

The Rise of Mormonism: 1816-1844

H. Michael Marquardt uses primary sources to examine the background, evolution, and conflicts that arose under Joseph Smith’s leadership during the formative years of the Mormon Church.

$29.00

What Every Mormon (and Non-Mormon) Should Know

The official stories of how the Mormon Church began are nothing short of miraculous. Most of them rely on the claims made by its founder, Joseph Smith, Jr. The stories describe visits by angels and Gods to humans in order to impart truth, power, and salvation to man. But does history show that these accounts are truthful and accurate? Examining both the claims and the early records, this book documents What Every Mormon (and Non-Mormon) Should Know.

$27.00

Where Does it Say That?

Bob Witte has compiled a virtual library of primary sources taken from LDS books.

$8.00