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English
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An Uncommon Common Pioneer : The Journals of James Henry Martineau 1828-1918
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Provo, UT
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Religious Studies center, Brigham Young University
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"The Martineau journals provide the reader an understanding of the average Latter-day Saint. Martineau knew the primary figures in the Mountain Meadows Massacre and was a character witness at the trial. He was one of the sentries who watched for the rumored approach of Johnston's Army at the time of the massacre. He and the Saints were just as afraid of the intruders as the intruders were afraid of the Mormons. These records stand as testaments to the strength of an individual and the blessings this strength can bestow to a posterity because of one man's faith, stalwartness, and testimony. The journals also describe Martineau's conversion, his contributions to many settlements, and his civil engineer work. Church President Heber J. Grant eulogized Martineau at his passing, stating, 'He had been in western life, a pioneer, an explorer, a military, church and civic leader along with being a writer, photographer and above all surveyor'par excellence.'" [Publisher's abstract]
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