The Kingdom of Matthias; A Story of Sex and Salvation in 19th-Century America
, by Paul E. Johnson; Sean WilentzNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780195098358 | 0195098358
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 8/3/1995
In the autumn of 1834, New York City was awash with rumors of a strange religious cult operating nearby, centered around a mysterious, self-styled prophet named Matthias. It was said that Matthias the Prophet was stealing money from one of his followers;