The Presidents of the Church: Insights Into Their Lives and Teachings

Based on the bestselling lecture series, "Presidents of the Church presents intimate biographical sketches of the fifteen prophets, focusing on events that helped shape each to become a great leader in the Church. Intriguing details, such as Wilford Woodruff's many narrow escapes from death, Lorenzo Snow's experiences in Italy and in the Holy Land, Joseph F. Smith's self-taught language skills, and Heber J. Grant's sacrifices in order to help his widowed mother will give readers a fuller understanding of the Presidents' backgrounds and personalities. You'll learn how each prophet was a man for his own season and also an important player in the grand progression of the gospel.