SIGNED x5! Love Times Three: True Story of a Polygamous Marriage Darger SLC Utah
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Love Times Three: Our True Story of a Polygamous Marriage
by Joe Darger, Alina Darger, Vicki Darger, Valerie Darger and writer Brooke Adams
Published by HarperOne (2011)
Condition:
Excellent++ 1st Edition Hardcover Book with Dust Jacket! The binding is tight and all 294 pages within are bright white with NO WRITING, UNDERLINING, HIGH-LIGHTING, RIPS, TEARS, BENDS OR FOLDS with the exception of a personal library stamp (shown) and an imprint stamp (not shown) on the inside front covers. The covers look perfect! The dust jacket is in perfect condition, as can be seen in my photos. The dust jacket is inside a Mylar cover to keep this beautiful gem in awesome condition for generations to come. This listing also includes a full page advertisement for BIG LOVE from the from the New Yorker. You will be happy with this one! Always handled and packaged with care! Buy with confidence from a seller who takes the time to show you the details and not use just stock photos. Please check out all my pictures and email with any questions! Thanks for looking!
About the Book:
From a family (in suburban Salt Lake County) that inspired 'Big Love's' story of Bill Henrickson and his three wives, this first-ever memoir of a polygamous family captures the extraordinary workings of a unique family dynamic, and argues for the acceptance of plural marriage as an alternative lifestyle and an intimate and candid glimpse into the lives of a modern polygamous family. This heartfelt memoir delves into the Dargers' daily experiences, challenges, and triumphs as they navigate their unique relationship dynamic, challenging stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding plural marriage.
The book is co-authored by Joe Darger and his three wives—Alina, Vicki, and Valerie—who share their perspectives, creating a multifaceted narrative that highlights the complexities and rewards of their shared life. The Dargers belong to an independent fundamentalist Mormon community that practices polygamy. Unlike many fictionalized or sensationalized portrayals, this memoir offers an authentic account of their decision to embrace this lifestyle based on faith, love, and mutual respect.
The story traces their journey from courtship and marriage to building a family and community. With honesty and vulnerability, they address the struggles they face, such as legal uncertainties, societal judgment, and the challenge of balancing relationships in a plural marriage. Despite these obstacles, they emphasize the deep bond and support that sustains their family. Each wife contributes her unique voice, sharing her reasons for choosing this path and the joys and sacrifices it entails.
Throughout the book, the Dargers aim to humanize polygamous families, demonstrating that their values—love, commitment, and devotion to family—are universal. They discuss parenting their 24 children, managing shared responsibilities, and fostering strong individual relationships while maintaining unity as a family. The memoir also delves into broader cultural and legal debates, advocating for the decriminalization of polygamy and greater understanding of alternative family structures.
Written in collaboration with journalist Brooke Adams, **Love Times Three** combines personal anecdotes with thoughtful commentary, challenging preconceived notions about polygamy. It is a story of resilience, faith, and the power of love, offering readers an eye-opening perspective on an often-misunderstood way of life. The Dargers’ openness and honesty make this memoir an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of marriage, family, and what it means to truly accept and cherish one another.
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