The Gathering of Zion: The Story of the Mormon Trail is a masterful historical account written by acclaimed author Wallace Stegner. Published in 1964 as part of McGraw-Hill's celebrated American Trails Series, this volume chronicles the epic 22-year migration of the Mormon pioneers across the Great Plains to Salt Lake City. Blending meticulous research with literary grace, Stegner brings to life the deep hardships, discipline, and profound faith of the settlers. It remains an essential cornerstone piece for collectors of Western Americana and American history.

​Condition

​This vintage copy is a stated first edition. The original dust jacket is heavily damaged with significant paper loss, tearing, and staining (primarily visible on the back cover), but it is now preserved and held securely by a clear protective cover. The purple cloth hardcover shows normal signs of handling and wear, including light rubbing at the spine ends and corners. Inside, a previous owner's name is written on the front illustrated endpaper. The binding is tight and solid, and the pages are clean and structurally sound.

​Details

• ​Title: The Gathering of Zion: The Story of the Mormon Trail

• ​Author: Wallace Stegner

• ​Publisher: McGraw-Hill Book Company

• ​Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket

• ​Year Published: 1964

• ​Edition: First Edition

• ​Country of Origin: United States

​The Gathering of Zion Wallace Stegner 1964 First Edition Mormon Trail Book VTG

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