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A Frontier Life: Jacob Hamblin, Explorer And Indian Missionary
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Winner Of The Juanita Brooks Prize In Mormon Studiesfrontiersman, Colonizer, Missionary To The Indians, And Explorer Of The American West, Jacob Hamblin Has Long Been One Of The Most Enigmatic Figures In Mormon History. In This Defining Biography, Todd Compton Examines And Disentangles Many Of The Myths And Controversies Surrounding Hamblin. His Grand Canyon Adventures And Explorations As A Guide Alongside John Wesley Powell Are Well Documented, As Are His Roles As A Missionary, Cultural Liaison, And Negotiator To The Indian Tribes Of Southern Utah And Arizona. Hamblin Struggled In This Latter Role, Sometimes Unable To Bridge The Gulf Between Mormonism And Indian Culture. He Disavowed Violent Conflict And Ceaselessly Sought Peaceful Resolutions Where Others Resorted To Punitive Action. He Strove Above All For Mutual Understanding In The Absence Of Conversion.A Frontier Life Provides A Rich Narrative That Fleshes Out A Picture Of A Sometimes Vilified Figure, Particularly In Regard To His Connection To The Infamous Mountain Meadows Massacre, Where Compton Provides Nuanced Discussion Clarifying Hamblins Postmassacre Rolehe Was Not Present At The Massacre, But Reported On It To Both Brigham Young And Military Investigators. Comptons Engagement With Mormon Historiography And Previous Hamblin Portrayals Will Make This Work Of Particular Interest To Both Scholars And Students. The Casual Reader Will Take Pleasure In Learning Of A True Pioneer Who Lived Life At The Geographical, Cultural, And Spiritual Boundaries Of His Era. This Dramatic, Entertaining Biography Is A Truly Significant Contribution To Mormon History.Winner Of The Evans Biography Award, The John Whitmer Historical Society Best Biography Award, And The Francis Armstrong Madsen Best Book Award.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Frontier Life: Jacob Hamblin, Explorer and Indian Missionary'? A: The book is a biography of Jacob Hamblin, exploring his roles as a frontiersman, missionary, and explorer in the American West, while addressing myths and controversies surrounding his life.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author is Todd M. Compton, who provides a detailed examination of Jacob Hamblin's life and contributions.
- Q: What awards has this book won? A: The book has received the Juanita Brooks Prize in Mormon Studies, the Evans Biography Award, the John Whitmer Historical Society Best Biography Award, and the Francis Armstrong Madsen Best Book Award.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers? A: Yes, casual readers will find it engaging as it presents a rich narrative about a significant historical figure while also appealing to scholars and students.
- Q: What is the page count and binding type of the book? A: The book has 666 pages and is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'A Frontier Life' published? A: The book was published on September 10, 2013.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Does the book address the Mountain Meadows Massacre? A: Yes, the book discusses Jacob Hamblin's connection to the Mountain Meadows Massacre and clarifies his role in relation to the event.
- Q: What themes are explored in this biography? A: Themes include cultural liaison, negotiation with Indian tribes, peaceful conflict resolution, and the challenges of bridging cultural divides.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the First Edition of 'A Frontier Life: Jacob Hamblin, Explorer and Indian Missionary'.