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The Life and Adventures of Eli Wiggill: South African 1820 Settler, Wesleyan Missionary, and Latter-day Saint

The Life and Adventures of Eli Wiggill: South African 1820 Settler, Wesleyan Missionary, and Latter-day Saint - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Fred E. Woods (Editor), Jay H. Buckley (Editor), Hunter T. HallowsPublish date:2024-04-09Pages:302
Language:EnglishPublisher:Greg Kofford Books, Inc.ISBN-13:9781589588042ISBN-10:1589588045UPC:9781589588042Book Category:Religion, HistoryBook Subcategory:Christianity, AfricaBook Topic:Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon), SouthSize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.68 inchesWeight:0.9811Product ID:SC7VXE9066

The autobiography of Eli Wiggill offers a captivating narrative of one family's journey from Gloucester, England, to South Africa, and eventually to Salt Lake City during the mid-nineteenth century. Eli and Susannah Wiggill's conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in South Africa serves as a focal point in their remarkable story. Eli's retelling vividly portrays their steadfast faith, missionary efforts, and the challenges they faced as pioneers in establishing communities of South African Saints. From their immigration to South Africa to their eventual migration to Zion, the Wiggills' experiences offer valuable insights into the early history of the Church and the global gathering of its members.

With meticulous attention to detail, The Life and Adventures of Eli Wiggill: South African 1820 Settler, Wesleyan Missionary, and Latter-day Saint presents Wiggill's original manuscript, enriched with extensive footnotes providing context and clarity. This publication aims to rectify previous shortcomings by preserving the integrity of Wiggill's narrative while enhancing accessibility for contemporary readers. It not only chronicles a remarkable transnational journey but also sheds light on themes of faith, perseverance, and the pioneering spirit, making it a compelling read for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the global migration of its members.


Language:EnglishPublisher:Greg Kofford Books, Inc.ISBN-13:9781589588042ISBN-10:1589588045UPC:9781589588042Book Category:Religion, HistoryBook Subcategory:Christianity, AfricaBook Topic:Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon), SouthSize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.68 inchesWeight:0.9811Product ID:SC7VXE9066
Publisher: Greg Kofford Books, Inc.

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