"""Brigham Young"" by John G. Turner is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential and controversial figures in American religious history. As the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), Brigham Young played a pivotal role in the westward expansion of Mormonism and the settlement of the American West. Turner examines Young’s leadership in leading Mormon pioneers to the Utah Territory and his establishment of Salt Lake City as a thriving center for the LDS community. The biography also explores Young’s complex personality, including his role as a visionary leader, political figure, and polygamist. Drawing on extensive historical records, Turner presents a balanced portrait of Brigham Young, highlighting both his accomplishments and the challenges he faced, as well as the controversies that surrounded his leadership. ""Brigham Young"" is a scholarly yet accessible account of a man whose legacy continues to shape the history of Mormonism and the American West."