Description
Matthew Bowman’s ‘Mormonism’ offers a comprehensive scholarly analysis of one of America’s most distinctive religious movements. Part of the Elements in New Religious Movements series, this volume provides readers with an accessible yet rigorous introduction to Mormon theology, history, and practice.
The book examines Mormonism’s emergence in nineteenth-century America, its foundational texts and doctrines, and its evolution into a global religious community. Bowman contextualizes Mormon beliefs and practices within broader frameworks of religious studies, exploring how Mormonism compares to other new religious movements and mainstream Christianity.
Through careful scholarship, the author investigates key aspects of Mormon life including temple practices, missionary work, family structure, and contemporary challenges facing the faith. This accessible introduction serves both academic audiences and general readers seeking to understand this complex and influential American religion.
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