Would a photograph actually change the way people think of him?Smith is one of the most influential figures in American religious history — and a deeply polarizing character. Church faithful see him as divinely inspired; others, a charlatan. According to journalist and historian Jana Riess, this newly-discovered photograph offers both groups justification for their opinion. We’ll talk about where the photo came from and how — or even if — an image can influence our impressions.
GUESTS:
- Lachlan Mackay, historian and member of the Council of Twelve Apostles in the Community of Christ.
- Jana Reiss, journalist and historian. @janareiss
- Peter Fetterman, photography collector and gallerist.
Smith/Larsen daguerreotype courtesy of Daniel M. Larsen. Find Lachlan Mackay and Ron Romig's article here.