Yale University Library Research Guides: American Religious History: Mormonism

Databases

Encyclopedia of Mormonism by Daniel H. Ludlow (Editor) A reference work on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints. It aims to help readers understand the dynamic growth and vitality of the LDS community. Entries include complete biographies of the prophets and church leaders, as well as articles on practice, scripture and church organization.
Call Number: DIVINITY, Trowbridge Reference Room BX8605 E62 1992
Mormonism: A Historical Encyclopedia by W. Paul Reeve (Editor); Ardis E. Parshall (Editor) Offers broad historical coverage of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Begins with an overview of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—six essays cover the church's history from Joseph Smith's first vision in 1820 to its current global status.
Call Number: DIVINITY, BX8605.5 .M67X 2010
The Oxford Handbook of Mormonism (Online) by Terryl L. Givens (Editor); Philip L. Barlow (Editor) Begins with a section on Mormon history. Other sections examine revelation and scripture, church structure and practice, theology, society, and culture. The final two sections look at Mormonism in a larger context.