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In the Whirlpool: The Pre-manifesto Letters of President Wilford Woodruff to the William Atkin Family, 1885-1890

This book presents a series of personal correspondence between President Wilford Woodruff, a prominent figure in religious history, and the William Atkin Family. The letters span the years 1885 to 1890 and offer insights into the personal and spiritual life of Woodruff during a significant period in his life. more

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Wilford Woodruff
Wilford Woodruff

Wilford Woodruff (March 1, 1807 – September 2, 1898) was the fourth president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving from 1890 until his death. He is best known for issuing the 1890 Manifesto, which ended the practice of plural marriage within the church. Under his leadership, the church navigated through a critical period of external pressure and internal adjustment, setting the foundation for its modern development. more

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