His comments on the inner workings of the LDS hierarchy are especially candid. ´´I was somewhat surprised to see the president attempt to bull down the council after giving them liberty to speak, ´´ he recorded, ´´but he will find such talk will never hold the present council in awe.´´ He documents the excommunication of Apostle Albert Carrington for adultery, the release of Apostle Moses Thatcher for political differences and morphine addiction, and the excommunication of Apostle John W. Taylor and suspension of Apostle Matthias Cowley for insubordination. He relates how church ownership of Zions Savings Bank led to interest-free loans and deferred payments for high-ranking church leaders.

A pivotal figure of the Protestant Reformation, John Calvin´s vision of God changed the world. Calvin (1509-1564), who, in response to God´s call became a pastor against his natural inclinations, transformed an unimportant city into a powerful force for religious reform. Today, many know of John Calvin as an historical figure, but few have read his writings or are familiar with the personal spirituality that drove his life. This volume presents the main facets of Calvin´s faith, including his personal religious experience, his pastoral ministry, and his revolutionary theological vision. This is a perfect resource for those seeking to learn about the man behind the legacy.