For the Cause of Righteousness: A Global History of Blacks and Mormonism, 1830-2013

by Russell W. Stevenson “Breaks new ground with its mix of international scope, comprehensive chronology, and theoretical vision.” — Philip Barlow “Brings together a wealth of sources to create this ambitious and quick-moving but detailed overview of the intersection of Latter-day Saint and black history.” — The Journal of Mormon History “Scholars will for many years refer to and build upon Stevenson's insights.” — BYU Studies Quarterly 2015 Best Book Award, Mormon History Association   Available in ebook for Kindle, Nook, Kobo, Google Play, and Apple. Also available through Amazon and Deseret Book. Download a free sample preview. Book Description: This book broaches one of the most sensitive topics in the history of Mormonism: the story of the LDS community’s turbulent relationship with the black population. For the Cause of Righteousness: A Global History of Blacks and Mormonism, 1830-2013 promises to tell a story of how an American religious community could wander th