The Life of John Taylor Third President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Chapter XLVIII.
Personal Appearance and Character--His Broad Views--Faith and Confidence in God--Devotion to his Religion--Moral Life Above Suspicion--Love of Liberty--"I would not be a Slave to God!"--The Riches he Sought--"I Prefer A Faded Coat to a Faded Reputation"--Skill and Maxims as a Workman--Power as a Writer--A Poet--A Preacher of Righteousness--Social Qualities--A Great Man