The Cities of the Sun by Elizabeth Cannon Porter
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"The Cities of the Sun" by Elizabeth Cannon Porter is a collection of historical stories written in the early 20th century. The book is grounded in the events chronicled in the Book of Mormon and explores the ancient Americas, drawing on historical incidents and figures to weave fictional narratives. The tales include themes of love, power, and sovereignty, often focusing on key characters such as King Noah, the prophet Abinadi, and Alma,
among others. The opening of the book introduces a rich tapestry of characters and settings, beginning with a scene in the royal court where King Noah is engaged in light-hearted banter with his favorite priest, Amulon, about matters of the heart. The narrative soon turns darker, as the prophet Abinadi is brought before the king and his council, facing dire threats for his defiance against their wickedness and his prophecies of doom. As Abinadi delivers a powerful message regarding repentance and redemption, we see the beginning of a clash between faith and political power, setting up a dramatic conflict that will unfold throughout these tales. The sense of imminent danger and the rich character interactions entice readers into the ancient world and moral struggles depicted in the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Porter, Elizabeth Cannon, 1885- |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Cities of the Sun Stories of Ancient America founded on historical incidents in the Book of Mormon |
| Credits |
Produced by Allie Bowen, Mormon Texts Project Intern, with thanks to Mariah Averett for proofreading (MormonTextsProject.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Book of Mormon stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50955 |
| Release Date | Jan 17, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 413 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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