To see a listing of our latest lds book acquisitions, please click here. They compared twentyfour book of mormon authors each having at least 1,000 words to each other, and concluded on the basis of three separate statistical tests that these authors were distinct from each other and oliver cowdery, joseph smith, jr. Browse our collection of utah art, historical documents, lds books, lds scripture, rare historical mormon items, and unique collectibles. The book of mormon has been criticized and praised for nearly 200 years. The following account of chamberlains introduction to the book of mormon, and his subsequent preaching journey with printed pages of the book, is taken from an april 1845 entry in president john taylors journal. Dont struggle with small print books when all you need is a book with large print. For those interested in experiencing the original book of mormon, this high. But among the many recorded miracles, including an angel revealing where golden plates were buried and special interpreters being used so that they could be translated by the gift and power of god, to my knowledge the actual printing of the first edition of the book of mormon passed almost without comment among church historians until recently. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book company of salt lake city, utah. Their plan for a first printing of 5,000 copies of the book of mormon was ambitious. This area of mormon memorabilia provides a listing of books relating to mormonism or religion. Gordon is probably the only person on the planet that could have written with authenticity this booklet with subtitle, an oldtime printers perspective on printing the original copies of the book of mormon. A popular book may have had dozens of additional printings causing its first printing to be the most valuable. My greatgreatgrandfather received it in massachusetts and brought it out west through missouri and finally.
These results yield strong statistical evidence that the wordprints of joseph smith, oliver cowdery, and solomon spaulding are not measurable in the book of mormon. To a book collector the phrase first edition refers to a book that was released during the first printing of the first edition they call this book a 1st1st. The church of jesus christ of latter day saints is also true. What may interest you is that there are twenty distinct editions of the book of mormon beginning with the first printing in 1830, and culminating. Learning as they went, joseph smith and his associates worked to secure a printers services, finance the printing process, and respond to local opposition to publish the sacred record. Better understand the expansive growth of printing in early nineteenthcentury america and how that affected society. The book of mormon has attracted significant attention since its first printing in 1830. You will notice see figure 3 in the reproduction of the title page in the first edition 1830 that the wording, the essential. Complete payment was due within 18 months from the start of printing. Therefore, the text is an exact photographic reproduction of the first edition of the book of mormon, and the handwriting shows the changes that would have to be made in the text to bring it into conformity. First two editions of the book of mormon available. Go behind the printing of the first edition of the book of. Deseret books collection of large print books makes it easy for you to read. We are pleased to offer copies of the first and second edition of the book of mormon for sale.
Grandins printing office in the evenings and on sundays, palmyra. First edition book of mormon history moons rare books. But among the many recorded miracles, including an angel. How to identify first editions or a first printing of a book. Undoubtedly this 26 june 1829 version reflects the punctuation and paragraphing that had already been determined for the first printing of the book of mormon. Mormon doctrine by mcconkie, first edition abebooks. Smith himself, having failed to sell the of his book to others, escaped the consequences of this disaster by getting his father out of debtors prison and. In every set comparing the book of mormon texts against these three writers, at least seven and often many more rejections were measured. The first book of mormon was published in 1830, where 5,000 copies were printed by e. Provo museum recreates first printing of the book of mormon. Grandin printed and sold the first copies of the book of mormon. Can you tell me when this book was published year and place. Also, because the printing press in palmyra was not accustomed to printing in such large quantities, no two editions are exactly the same. New items are added without notice, so please check back frequently.
One of these sheets, containing sixteen pages, after being folded, stitched, and cut into a booklet, was called a signature. The book of mormon, journal edition, provides the space you need to write down the thoughts and inspiration you receive as you read and study the scriptures. In the world of scripturepublishing, the word annotation carries a variety of meanings and in the biblepublishing world it has been a staple for decades. An important feature in the first edition of the book of mormon, ashworth says, is a twopage preface by joseph smith.
Most latterday saints, however, have only a limited experience with annotated scriptures. The complete book of mormon, consisting of the first book of nephi, second book of nephi, book of jacob, book of enos, book of jarom, book of omni, the words of mormon, book of mosiah, book of alma, book of helaman, third nephi, fourth nephi, book of mormon, book of ether, book of moroni. Latterday saints have from their beginning believed that a series of miracles led to the coming forth of the book of mormon. Good with lightly bumped and rubbed edges, mushy spine, and a short closed tear in head of backstrip. The book of mormon and the growth of printing in america objectives. To print five thousand copies of the first edition of the book of mormon, the printer would have needed at least 185,000 sheets of paper, not counting any mistakes or extras. Beautiful working replica of the original eb grandin acorn printing press that was used to print the first book of mormon. Were miracles required to print the first edition of the book of mormon.
For the first edition of the book of mormon, joseph smith jr. Moons rare books first edition book of mormon for sale. Organized in 1830, the church had recently issued february 2000 the one hundred millionth copy of the book of mormon, the volume that has been central to. The first edition, printed in 1830, is most precious to members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints because joseph smith, the faiths. The original 1830 edition, book of mormon had s of. Book of mormon historic publication site wikipedia. Because the first vision and the book of mormon s publication are remembered today as the founding moments of a global faith, its easy to forget the 10 years between them. A printing history of the book of mormon 101 the year 2000 marked an important event in the publishing history of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
The initial book of mormon wordprint studies were carried out by larsen, rencher, and layton. Printing of the first edition book of mormon duration. The incredible story of the first printing of the book of. Check out joyce kosofskys antiques roadshow appraisal of this 1830 book of mormon first printing from dallas, hour 1. Charting the book of mormon is a collection of more than 175 visual aids that promote deeper understanding and appreciation of the book of mormon. Book of mormon printing arrangements printing the book. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first edition. Louis crandall has a handoperated printing press capable of producing 16 pages at a time, which is identical to the one that was used to print the first edition of the book of mormon in e. Many people do not understand that the word saint does not mean demigod, as the catholic church uses it, lds folks use the word saint as a follower of christ, or disciple. Lr the first edition in palmyra in 1830, the second edition in kirtland, oh in 1837, the third edition in nauvoo in 1840, the first european in liverpool in 1841, and finally another printing in nauvoo in 1842. This is the first published text of the book of mormon to show the precise history of many textual variants. Books available in provo, ut, including an original first edition book of mormon and bibles including tyndale, geneva, king james.
The first edition of the book of mormon was published more than 185 years ago. Today, the building in which the book of mormon was first published and sold is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. The replica press is found at the crandall printing museum in. The first edition book of mormon is composed in a narrative, paragraph format, uninterrupted by verses and chapters, which many readers will find easier to digest. An exact facsimile reproduction of the first edition of the book of mormon, providing the authentic size, look and feel, and format of the original. After comparing the first edition of the book of mormon with the 1964 edition we marked the changes on the photocopies of the 1830 edition. The prophet joseph smith made several visits to newspaper editors and publishers prior to the printing. Title page of the first edition of the book of mormon 1830. At that time, the printing of the book of mormon had just begun. Items are arranged in alphabetical title sequence images not scaled.
Early on, joseph smith convinced 1 martin harris that together they would make money publishing the book of mormon. Grandin printed and sold the first copies of the book of. The book of mormon and the growth of printing in america. Only rarely do we have the first two editions of the book of mormon for sale at the same time, but we are fortunate to have these scarce and valuable books now and are pleased to. Book of mormon, 1830, page 0 the joseph smith papers. Designed for multiple use as study guides, handouts, and masters for creating projectable images, the charts convey a wealth of information that will enrich personal study and teaching. Explore the connections in this period between religion and print culture. Public press, one page book, giant book, large wall art, book of mormon, lds, whole book as poster, book print, reading art, word art, typography. It seems clear that his support of the first printing of the book of mormon ruined martin harris. There were five editions of the book of mormon printed during the life of joseph smith.
Arizona woman says firstedition copy of book of mormon. The book of mormon historic publication site is a historic site located in the village of palmyra, wayne county, new york, united states. Book of mormon by joseph smith, first edition abebooks. Adherents to the mormon faith have revered it, critics have questioned its authenticity and scholars have approached it from multiple disciplines, such as literature, anthropology and archeology. Book of mormon editions 18301981 the encyclopedia of. It was agreed upon that 5,000 copies were printed by e.
Hyrum smith is led by the spirit to go to the press on the sabbath. He lost his wife, his farm and any semblance of financial security as a result. The salt lake tribune, october 3, 1998 octavo editions give readers a firsthand experience of a milestone text. Although this textual study of the editions and manuscripts of the book of mormon is incomplete and preliminary, it is helpful for a general overview of the textual history of the book of mormon. Understanding the process of publishing the book of mormon. Holding an 1830 first edition of the book of mormon can stir the souls of bibliophiles and believers alike. On march 26, 1830, an announcement in the wayne sentinel, a local palmyra newspaper, announced the first copies of the book of mormon were officially on sale in e. With extended margins for notes and reflection, this new format will allow you to write your thoughts directly in your scriptures and easily find them again in times of need. The book of mormon was published in march 1830 in palmyra, new york, under the direction of printer egbert b. In 1830, he stood in a print shop in palmyra and held truth in his hands. Buy book of mormon hardcover or softcover book of mormon.
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