Joseph Smith: Impressions of a Prophet

by Liz Lemon Swindle, Susan Easton Black

Acclaimed artist Liz Lemon Swindle presents the paintings and drawings from her traveling exhibit 'Joseph Impressions of a Prophet' in this exquisite new volume with accompanying text by Susan Easton Black. The pieces are based on the life of Joseph Smith and not only deal with familiar events but also depict the Prophet and his personality as a father, husband, son, and friend. More than thirty beautiful, realistic paintings and sketches are included in this large-format, full-color book. Black adds historical text, drawing from journals, history, scriptures, and other works about the Prophet to chronicle his life from birth to the Martyrdom. (11 1/2' x 10 3/4', 108 pages)

Genres: Nonfiction, Religion, Lds, Art

108 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1998

Reviews

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favorite book about the prophet. Susan Easton Black tells the story of the life of the prophet and Liz Lemon Swindle's beautiful art work makes the story come alive!

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

This presents beautiful paintings and inspiring text; Evoked in me a greater appreciation for this prophet.

[Candice Andrus · Rating 5 out of 5]

How happy to feel what I've longed for, to sit at the feet of Susan Easton Black again, a friend of the prophet, and hear her count the life of the prophet. Perfection. And accompanied with moving and personal art that also taught of him. Beautiful! Perfection.

[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Liz Lemon Swindle's art. Of course, no one can tell a story like Susan Easton Black. So, with two great women working together, the result a beautiful book. It was fun to look at beautiful pictures, while reading about Joseph Smith and his family. I may read it again this year.

[Chelsea · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book mainly to gather information about Emma - an excellent source with great pictures. Would make a wonderful addition to a church history library.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Liz Lemon Swindle is a favorite artist of mine so I love this book with all of her art in it.