It chronicles the birth and early growth of mormonism through the fictional steed family. They are all so different and the reader feels like they are experiencing everything. Lund has 54 books on goodreads with 207486 ratings. In this weeks episode, elder lund answers questions from. The first edition of the novel was published in 1995, and was written by gerald n. Only the brave is a sequel to the book, undaunted, continuing the story of the san juan pioneers and those who followed. A generation rising the strongest steel is forged in the hottest flames. Lund on religious topics like finding hope in christ, receiving answers to prayers, and revelation. The united states in prophecy, the adamondiahman council, the coming of the ten tribes, the city and temple of zion, the one mighty and strong, the millenium itself all these. Lund has 54 books on goodreads with 206201 ratings.
In the coming of the lord, gerald lund brings into sharp focus the events both thrilling and threatening which are to precede and accompany the second coming. This story continues on through the rising generations telling the fictional story of mitch and eddie, weaving it through historical events that occurred in the day. The strongest steel is forged in the hottest flames. Lund, a mormon, is also the author of a ninevolume historical fiction series about the mormon church called the work and the glory. Gerald lund seamlessly wove the lives of fictional characters around what we know of the life of jesus christ. Lund finishes his epic kingdom and the crown series with behold the man, following fishers of men, and come unto me. Lund here masterfully weaves together historical reality and highpowered fiction. Bestselling, awardwining author of over forty books, including the work and the glory series, divine signatures, and his newest fire and steel series, set before and during the two world wars. He is a prolific author and is best known for his historical novels, including the work and the glory series, fire of the covenant, the kingdom and the crown series, and the undaunted. Lund s fire and steel series, brings new experiences. This is the kind of book you will refer back to, pull off your shelf regularly. Free curbside pickup now available in most stores 8773248551 help orders. Gerald niels lund was a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints from 2002 to 2008.
A dramatic account of christs ministry, as seen through the eyes of those who would follow him. Oct 02, 2019 the strongest steel is forged in the hottest flames. I listened to the audio book and it is a book that i will purchase to have in my home and mark up. I am definitely going to continue and read the whole series. Elder gerald lund began writing his first book about the second coming nearly 50 years ago. Lund is also a popular lds fiction writer, having written the work and the glory series as well as the kingdom and the crown series, among other books. He was also a general authority of the lds church from 2008 to 2008.
It is a topic that is especially important to you who are young adults and facing some of the most important decisions of your lifemission, education, career, marriage. He has written a large number of books, but is probably best known for the work and the glory series. His novels include the work and the glory series, the kingdom and the crown trilogy, the undaunted, and his newest, fire and steel. The steeds, throughout the series, meet and come to know many of the prominent early church members well. In come unto me, volume 2 of the bestselling series the kingdom and. He is best known for his historical novels including fire of the covenant, the story of the 1856 handcart pioneers, and the undaunted, the story of the hole in the rock pioneers of southern utah as well as two wellknown series, the work and. Pdf praise to the man book the work and the glory free. Jesus the christ is considered one of the alltime great classics among lds literature. Gerald lund enters the fantasy genre meridian magazine. Gerald niels lund born september 12, 1939 was a general authority of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church from 2002 to 2008. This book picks up where fishers of men left off, and is just incredible. Lund cd unabridged audio book in very good condition. Characters from the first two volumes, concerned with roman oppression and zealot rebellion, appear also in the conclusion, which is the story of the final days of jesus ministry.
He served for thirtyfive years in the church educational system, and he served as a member of the second quorum of the seventy from 2002 to 2008. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. He has also written several theological nonfiction works for latterday saints, including, hearing the voice of the lo. As he travels through galilee, the crowds follow him, witnessing miracles and. Characters from the first two volumes, concerned with roman oppression and zealot rebellion, appear also in the conclusion, which is the story of the final days of jesus ministry, his trial and crucifixion, and his resurrection. Gerald n lund lund, gerald n used books, rare books and new books. We are proud to serve the lds community all across canada. Lund was released as a general authority and member of the churchs second quorum of the seventy on october 4, 2008. He is also a famous lds fiction writer having authored kingdom and the crown and the work and the glory series, and also theological nonfiction books for the latterday saints. He has also written several books on gospel topics, including a doctrinal trilogy exploring our relationship with heavenly father. Lund author 2012 to run with the swift the guardian series.
He is a prolific and bestselling author of both fiction and nonfiction and is best known for his historical novels, including the work and the glory series, fire of the covenant, the. I am a big fan of gerald lund s writings, and these books do not disappoint. I was most intrigued by the the ficitonal characters and was disappointed when they became very minor characters in the third book eventhough i knew. See more ideas about all in the family, lund and lds books.
Life is too complex to provide a rule book that covers every situation. Education week opening session speaker july 27, 2017. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Lund s most popular series is the work and the glory. You will be taught, intrigued and be inspired to become better at hearing the voice of the lord. Free download or read online praise to the man pdf epub the work and the glory series book. Jesus of nazareths announcement that he is the messiah has blazed through jerusalem and the surrounding countryside like wildfire. This is the second book in the new series the kindom and the crown. Lund received his ba and ms degrees in sociology from brigham young university. Lund he served for thirtyfive years in the church educational system, and he served as a member of the second quorum of the seventy from 2002 to 2008. The audiobook other of the kingdom and the crown vol 3 unabridged audio by gerald n. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Pillar of light, and the kingdom and the crown, vol. Lund has used the same techniques present in the work and the glory series to blend fictional characters into the tapestry of actual historical events, making this a story filled with all the elements of great dramatragedy, triumph, pathos, courage, sacrifice, surrender and faith.
Lund, including titles like fire and steel, volume 5. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. I believe that one of the most important challenges of our mortal probation is learning to hear, recognize, and then follow the voice of the lord. The work and the glory is a ninepart novel series by gerald n. Kingdom and the crown vol 3 unabridged audio by gerald n. Although there isnt as much about christ in this book, he really draws you into the fictional characters and creates a wonderful story line. Now if they would only be released in audio format to enjoy all over again, and again. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. Lund has a great balance of keeping you engaged and excited while also teaching you the history of the setting in all of is books. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Jul 27, 2017 elder lund is the author of numerous articles and more than twentyfive fiction and nonfiction books. Lund comes a new blockbuster series chronicling the lives of two families who will face some of the most turbulent times in history around world war i and world war ii. Gerald lund was an american author of historical fiction, christian, literature and fiction books. Lund comes a new blockbuster series chronicling the lives of two families who will face some of the most turbulent times in history as they are tried to their very cores.
Talmage wrote this comprehensive look into the life and mission of the savior from an office inside the salt lake temple. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are. If you have any issues with the site, please dont hesitate to contact us. He has devoted much of his life to studying the topic and recently began working on a rewrite of the coming of the lord. Follow the steed family on their incredible journey from new york to the salt lake valley. Instead, the lord has given us the holy ghost to serve as our teacher, watchman, mentor, and guide. Lund book list fictiondb is committed to providing the best possible fiction reference information. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. The complete work and the glory series is now available for the first time in one ebook. The book was published in multiple languages including, consists of 733 pages and is available in audio cassette format.
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