The Life Story Of Brigham Young : Kessinger Publishing : 9781432516055 : 1432516051 : 01 Mar 2007 : The Life Story Of Brigham Young is a biography written by Susa Young Gates, the daughter of Brigham Young, the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The book provides a detailed account of Brigham Young's life, from his birth in Vermont in 1801 to his death in Utah in 1877. The author draws upon her personal knowledge of her father and his life, as well as historical records and other sources to create a comprehensive portrait of the man and his impact on the Mormon faith and the American West. The book covers Young's early life, his conversion to Mormonism, his leadership of the church after the death of Joseph Smith, his role in the Mormon migration to Utah, and his political and social influence in the region. The Life Story Of Brigham Young offers readers a unique insight into the life of one of the most important figures in Mormon history and the Ameri