The City of the Mormons; or, Three Days at Nauvoo, in 1842

In "The City of the Mormons; or, Three Days at Nauvoo, in 1842," Henry Caswall offers a vivid and critical account of his experiences in the burgeoning city of Nauvoo, Illinois, during a pivotal moment in Mormon history. Caswall employs a travel narrative style rich in descriptive detail and social commentary, painting a complex portrait of the community, its practices, and its charismatic leader,...