1869 Deseret Alphabet Book of Mormon Leather-Bound Replica

Deluxe Leather-Bound Replica Set in the Deseret Alphabet

This book is not written in English alphabet, it's written in something more special. We'll explain. This is a reprint of the 1869 edition of the Book of Mormon using the Deseret alphabet. The alphabet was commissioned by Brigham Young as a way to simplify English and unify the "State of Deseret." This phonetic script remains one of the more fascinating cultural experiments in pioneer history. Whether you're a student of church history or just want to retain the notion of a Deseret enclave in the mountain west, this replica is a jewel for any LDS library.

Craftsmanship and Durability

This isn't a mass-produced paperback. The printer stayed true to the 19th-century bookmaking with premium materials that look like they were pulled a Salt Lake City vault in the 1870s.

• Genuine Leather: Bound in rich, durable leather that feels substantial in your hands.
• Manual Gold Leaf Printing: The spine and cover feature hand-applied gold leafing for that authentic, antique luster.
• Acid-Free Paper: 463 pages of natural shade paper designed to last for generations without yellowing.
• Handmade Marble End-Paper: Every time you open the cover, you’re greeted by beautiful, traditional marble paper.
• Built-in Bookmark: A uniform colored bookmark featuring an embedded stone for a touch of unique elegance.

Technical Specifications

• Format: Leather Bound Deluxe Reprint 
• Dimensions: 5.75 x 9 inches
• Page Count: 463 
• Language: Deseret Alphabet (Phonetic English)
• Finishing: Manual Embossing and Manual Binding