The Field is White: Harvest in the Three Counties of England

by Carol Wilkinson, Cynthia Doxey Green

Explore the story of Church growth initiated by Wilford Woodruff's missionary efforts in the mid-1800s in the "Three Counties of England," the three agrarian counties near the southeastern corner of Gloucestershire, Hertfordshire, and Worcestershire.

Learn how the religious, socioeconomic, and political background prepared people in this part of England to accept the restored gospel. Read about the efforts of American and British missionaries as well as the lives of some of the early converts, both those who emigrated and those who stayed i England. In this regional history, discover how current Church members in this area have forged links with the legacy left to them from this amazing time of harvest.

Genres: Religion

216 pages, Hardcover

Published June 15, 2017

Reviews

[Patsy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a couple of connections to this book. My ancestors from Herefordshire were among those who joined the LDS Church during Wilford Woodruff's work there in the 19th century. Also, as a former member of the Tabernacle Choir, I was acquainted with Cynthia Doxey Green when she did a portion of this research, and had a few conversations with her about it before the book was written. I want to thank the authors for their research. I certainly want to emulate their efforts and become more completely acquainted with my ancestors from this era.

[David Barney · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book is well researched. Stories of converts are amazing. The photos in the book are beautiful. Wonderfully written.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a good, succinct history and analysis of the missionary efforts of Wilford Woodruff in the three counties of England prior to 1840. It gave a little background to the church’s history in the U.S. and England but focused more on the mission and the converts themselves. It was very interesting and I learned a lot, I’ve already looked back at it to reference the dates and people and for some good quotes and stories. The book had a good mix of research and information with personal stories etc. The pictures of the places significant to the early converts and church were good and I plan to reference those and the book itself on an upcoming trip to England.

[Devan Jensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The Field Is White" takes readers on a historic tour of England during the missionary service of Wilford Woodruff and other Mormon apostles in the Three Counties area (Worcestershire, Hereford­shire, and Gloucestershire). Chief among the new converts were the United Brethren, who were seeking a restoration of ancient Christianity and who soon become ardent supporters and missionaries themselves. The authors of this book, Carol Wilkinson and Cynthia Doxey Green, have documented the stories and added delightful color photos and maps to introduce the people and places. Highly recommended!

[Jeff Crosby]

It reads like something written by the D.U.P.