The Vanishing Messiah

Iowa City: University of Iowa Press. Near Fine. 2016. First Edition. Softcover. 1609384237 . A signed, first edition (so indicated by lack of subsequent printings). David N. Wetzel tells the story of Alsatian-born American faith healer Francis Schlatter. The would-be messiah made his way to Colorado in 1892 from Europe and began his ministry of Christian faith… Read more about this item

University Of Iowa Press. Used - Very Good. 2016. Paperback. Paperback. Minor shelf wear. Very Good. (Subject: American History).

University of Iowa Press. Used - Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.

Paperback / softback. New. Painstakingly pieces together evidence from letters, newspaper reports, hospital records, mug shots, and published reminiscences of Francis Schlatter to find out what really happened to him. In doing so, David N. Wetzel uncovers a historical puzzle of lies, deception, and betrayal, and offers a tantalizing look into a nineteenth-century messiah and his twentieth-century reincarnations.

Univ of Iowa Pr, 2016. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 262 pages. 9.00x6.25x0.75 inches.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Univ of Iowa Pr, 2016. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 262 pages. 9.00x6.25x0.75 inches.