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Works by John A. Widtsoe

Joseph Smith as Scientist (1909) 30 copies

Associated Works

Hymns of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1985) — Contributor — 277 copies
Gospel Doctrine (1919) — Compiler — 185 copies
The Discourses of Wilford Woodruff (1941) — Foreword, some editions — 62 copies
Science and Your Faith in God (1958) — Contributor — 26 copies
Peace: Essays of Hope and Encouragement (1998) — Contributor — 23 copies
Missionary Experiences (1942) — Contributor — 11 copies

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Widtsoe first caught my interest when reading Saints 2. But some time afterwards, and, unfortunately, I don't remember where, some speech I read quoted one of his philosophies on teaching from this book. I liked the quote, had access to the book, so added it to my list.

He is an odd mix of talents and interests. He is a chemist and often writes like one. He is ever interested in agriculture and irrigation(personal news flash: Utah State students are called Aggies for a reason. I just never questioned it). He is an educator and has solid theories regarding higher education. He is a poet and lover of literature. The appendix includes a couple of poems, but it's more apparent in the chapter he devotes to his wife(her graduation dress is stunning, btw) and the final chapter. He is a staunch, faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a farsighted one at that. He is a world- traveler and a keen observer of humanity(loved his accounts of creative boyish pranks-- though I really can't condone them).

I found this to be a very easy, enjoyable read with pockets of philosophical and theoretical gems. Also made me homesick for Logan. Even though I've only been there once.
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OutOfTheBestBooks | Sep 24, 2021 |
Brigham Young ran a huge empire in the far west and lots of rumors were told about him and his 57 or so wives. But, you should read this book if you want to know what Brigham Young really said about Adam/God and blood atonement.
 
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HRHSpence | Aug 24, 2008 |
This is one of the classics of LDS literature.
 
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fredheid | Oct 5, 2006 |

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