""Brigham Young the Man of the Hour: Leader of the Latter Day Saints"" is a biographical account of the life and leadership of Brigham Young, who succeeded Joseph Smith as the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Written by Leah D. Widtsoe, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Young's life, from his early years in Vermont to his eventual migration to Utah and establishment of a new religious community there. The book explores Young's role as a visionary leader, his political and economic influence in the West, and his efforts to establish a self-sufficient community in the face of numerous challenges. Widtsoe also delves into Young's personal life, including his marriages and family relationships, as well as his religious beliefs and teachings. Overall, ""Brigham Young the Man of the Hour"" offers a detailed and engaging portrait of one of the most significant figures in the history of the Latter-day Saint movement.1947. In this book the captivating story of Brigham Young's life and achievements is told, with historical accuracy, yet with such sympathetic skill that flesh-and-blood life is given to the great pioneer. His own words often tell the story. Brigham Young was the second President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, and first Governor of Utah, and founder and chief builder of the Great Intermountain West of the United States of America. He is recognized as one of the foremost colonizers and empire builders of all time. Contents: Introducing the Man of the Hour; Brigham Young's Great Spiritual Crisis; His Conversion Becomes Active; The Fight for Right; An Early Church Crisis; A Leader Amidst Mob Violence; A Call to the Mission Field; Brigham Goes Abroad-His Foreign Missions; Brigham Takes the Helm; Order Out of Chaos; Go West, Young Man; As Commonwealth Engineer; As Social Engineer; As Educational Leader; Brigham Young as Statesman; and The Wisdom of Brigham Young. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.