Jacob Hamblin

Jacob Hamblin: Buckskin Apostle is a biography written by Paul Bailey that tells the story of Jacob Hamblin, a Mormon pioneer and missionary who played a significant role in the settlement of the American West. Hamblin was known for his adventurous spirit, his ability to communicate with Native American tribes, and his dedication to spreading the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.The book begins with Hamblin's early life in Ohio and follows his journey westward, including his experiences as a member of the Mormon Battalion during the Mexican-American War. It then delves into his missionary work among the Navajo and Paiute tribes in Utah and Arizona, detailing his efforts to establish peaceful relationships and build trust between the Mormons and the Native Americans.Throughout the book, Bailey emphasizes Hamblin's unique approach to missionary work, which involved living among the Native Americans and learning their language and customs. He also explores Hamblin's relationships with prominent figures of his time, including Brigham Young and John D. Lee.Overall, Jacob Hamblin: Buckskin Apostle is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable individual who played a key role in the history of the American West. Bailey's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Mormon Church, the settlement of the West, or the relationships between Native Americans and European settlers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.