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In The Gospel Net: The Story Of Anna Karine Gaarden Widtsoe
The Gospel The Story of Anna Karine Gaarden Widtsoe is a biographical book written by John A. Widtsoe. The book tells the story of Anna Karine Gaarden Widtsoe, who was the wife of John A. Widtsoe, a prominent leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Anna Karine Gaarden Widtsoe was born in Norway in 1873 and immigrated to the United States with her family when she was a young girl. She met John A. Widtsoe while attending college in Utah, and they were married in 1898.The book chronicles Anna's life as a devoted wife and mother, as well as her involvement in the church and her work as a teacher and writer. Anna was a strong advocate for women's rights and education and was a founding member of the Relief Society, a women's organization within the church.The Gospel Net also explores the challenges that Anna faced in her life, including the tragic loss of two of her children and her own battle with illness. Throughout it all, Anna remained steadfast in her faith and her commitment to her family and her community.Overall, The Gospel Net is a touching tribute to a remarkable woman who lived a life of service and devotion to her family and her faith. It offers readers a glimpse into the life of a pioneer woman who helped shape the history of the church and the community in which she lived.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.
156 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2007
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John A. Widtsoe
326 books9 followersJohn Andreas Widtsoe (31 January 1872 – 29 November 1952) was a Norwegian-American scientist, author, and religious leader who was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1921 until his death in 1952.
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August 9, 2017
The story of three girls, Caroline, Kasia and Herta, and the parts they play during WWII when Kasia is sent to Ravensbruck Concentration camp. The author has done intensive research on the subjects and presents a compelling story of Caroline, Herta and Kasia, as they try to bring justice to the world for what Kasia has endured.
May 14, 2018
John A. Widtsoe’s biography of his mother, from her childhood in Norway, to her marriage, her conversion to the LDS religion, and her journey to Utah. From her son’s perspective, there never was a mother more beautiful, noble, accomplished, and dedicated to the gospel. But then he admits there were thousands more like her. Of course there were! My own mother was one of them.
September 8, 2012
This is the biography of John A. Widtsoe's mother that he wrote himself.
It starts in Norway, where Anna is born into the hard life of a fisherman's daughter. The description of the hardships there are vivid and gruelling. John calls her "the fishermaiden."
The meeting and courtship of Anna to her school teacher is sweet and charming. I enjoyed the family pictures included, and reading about their married life.
The inspiring story starts when John's father dies, and Anna joins the church. The community turns their back on her as well as her family, but she presses on and takes the opportunity to move to Utah. It took time, but against all odds she secured her own home, fed her boys, saw her son attend Harvard, and brought. She was true to her convictions even if it made her unpopular & spent most of her life living with her dear sister.
Best summed up by this quote:
"In the diary of her older son [John A. Widtsoe], on the date of Sister Widtsoe's funeral, occurs the following: "She was a most devoted mother, loyal to the last degree. Her devotion to the cause of truth was almost sublime. She was self-sacrificing beyond expression in behalf of her own and those who needed help. Her mind was transparently clear. To her I owe my inspiration. Thanks! Many thanks! dear Mother. Good-bye, until we meet again on the last stretch of the endless journey." ~ John A. Widtsoe.
It starts in Norway, where Anna is born into the hard life of a fisherman's daughter. The description of the hardships there are vivid and gruelling. John calls her "the fishermaiden."
The meeting and courtship of Anna to her school teacher is sweet and charming. I enjoyed the family pictures included, and reading about their married life.
The inspiring story starts when John's father dies, and Anna joins the church. The community turns their back on her as well as her family, but she presses on and takes the opportunity to move to Utah. It took time, but against all odds she secured her own home, fed her boys, saw her son attend Harvard, and brought. She was true to her convictions even if it made her unpopular & spent most of her life living with her dear sister.
Best summed up by this quote:
"In the diary of her older son [John A. Widtsoe], on the date of Sister Widtsoe's funeral, occurs the following: "She was a most devoted mother, loyal to the last degree. Her devotion to the cause of truth was almost sublime. She was self-sacrificing beyond expression in behalf of her own and those who needed help. Her mind was transparently clear. To her I owe my inspiration. Thanks! Many thanks! dear Mother. Good-bye, until we meet again on the last stretch of the endless journey." ~ John A. Widtsoe.
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