Mormon Mother: An Autobiography by Annie Clark Tanner

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Summary: very interesting, insights both good and bad on polygamy
Review: Annie Clark Tanner was an admirable person. When I completed reading this book I had a strong desire to call one of her children, if any are still alive. I appreciated the support and understanding she received from her children as they became adults. They had a wonderful mother. I am amazed at all she went through for her husband, without bitterness. However, she was open about her feelings, which let me know that she was "real". Thank you Annie, for writing about your life and sharing your experiences.

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Summary: A sincere first-person account of Mormon polygamy
Review: With all of the highly polarized descriptions of Mormon polygamy in the late 1800's, it is refreshing to read an honest first-person account of how "plural marriage" affected everyday life for those involved. Mrs. Tanner's experience was decidedly negative, yet she writes without the bitterness one might expect. A must read for all Mormons, as well as others interested in US history in that period.