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The Journey West
How did a young newlywed couple experience the Mormon pioneer trek west? This book is richly illustrated and tells a remarkable story, like none other in Church history, of a young newlywed couple heading west with the exodus. It is a story of triumph over trials. More information >
We'll Sing and We'll Shout
In this comprehensive biography, learn of the trials and triumphs of W. W. Phelps, a central Latter-day Saint leader, printer, scribe, ghostwriter, and monumental hymn writer. More >
The Los Angeles Temple: A Beacon on a Hill
This volume is a comprehensive history of the Los Angeles Temple and is illustrated with more than a hundred photographs—many of which have not been previously published. More Information >
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Founder of BYU's Religious Studies Center
Celebrating forty years since he established BYU's Religious Studies Center (RSC), Elder Holland sits down to talk about the past, present, and future of the RSC. CLICK HERE.

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