The Mormons And The Silver Mines (1872) - Paperback

by James Bonwick (Author)

""The Mormons and the Silver Mines"" is a historical book written by James Bonwick and published in 1872. The book explores the relationship between the Mormon community and the silver mines in Utah during the 19th century. Bonwick provides a detailed account of the discovery of silver in the region and the subsequent influx of miners and entrepreneurs. He also examines the role of the Mormon Church in the mining industry, including their ownership of several mines and their influence on local politics. Bonwick also delves into the conflicts that arose between the Mormons and non-Mormon miners, as well as the challenges faced by the mining industry in Utah during this period. Overall, ""The Mormons and the Silver Mines"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the American West and the complex interactions between different communities during a time of rapid economic growth and social change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.