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The Father of the Prophet

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Biography of Joseph Smith's Father.

198 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1993

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Mark L. McConkie

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September 13, 2025
I enjoyed learning more about the Prophet’s father. After reading this and Lucy Mack Smith’s history I believe that they were both prepared by God to be Joseph Smith Jr.’s parents! Wonderful people!
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February 13, 2025
I enjoyed this book but I felt it was quite redundant and a little wordy. I would have enjoyed more of the history and not so much of the author's commentary.
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September 27, 2010
James went into the MTC today. My final words to him were "Return with Honor"
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December 17, 2015
The style of writing was a bit too frothy for my taste but I enjoyed getting to know Joseph Smith, Sr better.
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