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Mormon pioneer polygamous wives [infographic]

Polygamy is a major part of Mormon history, dating back to the 1800s when Mormon leaders first encouraged it.  While it is now a taboo subject, it had an undeniable impact on Mormon life, as illustrated in this infographic.

Polygamous-Wives-Writing-Club-infographic

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Paula Kelly Harline has been teaching college writing for over 20 years for the University of Idaho, Brigham Young University, and Utah Valley University. She has also worked as a freelance writer and artist. She currently lives with her husband, Craig, in Provo, Utah. She is the author of The Polygamous Wives Writing Club:  From the Diaries of Mormon Pioneer Women.

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