ebooks Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer in History

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Important Curious about FLDS or LDSBy William GabrielNot positive; uplifting subject-matter which makes it a challenging read. But the writer's language; and thoroughness are impressive; at times bordering on epic. Gives the reader a great understanding of critical LDS church history. Also gives you insight into the fringe fundamentalist side. And you better be interested in the latter; because it is the focus. Mormonism is growing very quickly; it is important to have a basic understanding of it as an American citizen.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. sad and a multitude of other emotionsBy CtalyThis was an eye opener into a world I could not imagine existed; here in America. I felt frustrated; angry; sad and a multitude of other emotions. I wonder how what is described can be done in the name of God and Jesus. I'm not religious and a lot of that has to do with the kinds of things described in this book. How can a God turn a blind eye to these things. To allow children to be fed to the twisted nature of man. There is no utopia. No perfection that can't be bastardized. This is but one example of that. A poignant though emotional rollercoaster. Would recommend if only to raise awareness of this terrible thing.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This book is very insightful with a lot of detail ...By CustomerThis book is very insightful with a lot of detail and also has alot of information about the religion Mormonism. It dose well at showing the ugly side of religion and how it can impact culture. It's also very interesting how it discus's polygamy and how jospeh smith introduce it and also effect the American culture in other ways then one.