Description
Book SynopsisThe history of prostitution in early Salt Lake City and its role in the long political and economic struggle between Mormons and gentiles
Trade Review"A fresh, revealing overview of two topics in Salt Lake City's history that often have been considered, if not taboo, then generally too delicate for close, honest inspection. [Jeffrey Nichols's] study treats polygamy and prostitution issues with honesty, sensitivity, and a professional historian's eye for detail and documentation. . . . A fascinating read."--
Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought"A useful contribution to the history of both commercial sex and western politics."--
Journal of American History"This admirable and sympathetic treatment of prostitution in Utah's biggest city is a welcome addition to the literature. Nichols has given us a well-documented business and labor history of the sex trade for his period."--
American Historical ReviewTable of ContentsPreface
vii Abbreviations
ix Introduction
1 1. "Celestial Marriage" vs. "Polygamic Lascivious Cohabitation"
9 2. "Women of the Town"
45 3. "The System in Vogue"
83 4. "An Extremely Clever Woman"
135 5. "The Future Occupants of the Houses of Ill-Repute"
178 Conclusion
213 References
219 Index
239
Illustrations follow page 82
