SIGNED! Silent Courage Autobiography of George P. Lee, A Navajo 1st Ed HCDJ LDS

Description: SIGNED! Silent Courage Autobiography of George P. Lee, A Navajo 1st Ed HCDJ LDS Mormon___________________________________ Silent Courage An Indian Story Autobiography of George P. Lee, A Navajoby George P. Lee (1943 – 2010)Published by Deseret Books (1987) About the Lot:This lot contains a 1st Edition hardcover of the Silent Courage book, plus a clipped signed letter from author, George P. Lee. The letter was originally in another book that was completely trashed. It is now with this LIKE NEW 1st edition hardcover in near perfect condition; In addition, this lot contains a Deseret News article from 1989 talking of the ex-communication of George P. Lee and his explanation why...which was proven false when he pleaded guilty to molesting a 12-year-old girl. After his death, Latter-day Saint sociologist Armand Mauss described Lee as "one of the truly tragic figures in modern Mormon history". Condition:LIKE NEW 1st Edition Hardcover Book with Dust Jacket! The binding is tight and all 359 pages within are bright white with NO WRITING, UNDERLINING, HIGH-LIGHTING, RIPS, TEARS, BENDS OR FOLDS. The covers look perfect! The dust jacket is in near perfect condition, as can be seen in my photos. This lot contains a signed clipped letter and newsprint article as shown. You will be happy with this one! Always handled and packaged with care! Buy with confidence from a seller who takes the time to show you the details and not use just stock photos. Please check out all my pictures and email with any questions! Thanks for looking! About the Book:Silent Courage is the inspiring autobiography of George P. Lee, a Navajo man who rose above hardship to become a prominent leader and advocate for his people. Born in 1943 in a remote Navajo community in Arizona, Lee chronicles his early life amid the challenges of poverty, cultural displacement, and the struggle to balance his Navajo heritage with the pressures of assimilation. The narrative opens with vivid descriptions of Lee’s traditional Navajo upbringing, steeped in the customs and values of his people. However, this life is disrupted when Lee, like many Navajo children of his generation, is sent to a government boarding school. These institutions, designed to assimilate Native Americans into mainstream American culture, often suppressed Indigenous languages and traditions. Lee recounts the loneliness, alienation, and discrimination he faced during this time but also highlights his determination to succeed despite these obstacles. Lee’s journey is marked by a deep commitment to education and spirituality. He became one of the first Navajo individuals to earn a college degree, an achievement that reflected his belief in the power of education to uplift his community. His faith also played a pivotal role in his life. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Lee navigated the complexities of balancing his Navajo identity with his religious convictions, ultimately using his faith as a foundation for his work as a leader and advocate. The autobiography delves into Lee’s tenure as a Navajo Nation Council member and his work to improve education and economic opportunities for the Navajo people. He championed bilingual education, believing it was essential to preserve Navajo language and culture while equipping future generations for broader opportunities. At its core, Silent Courage is a story of resilience and determination. Lee’s reflections on his struggles and achievements underscore the broader challenges faced by Native Americans during the 20th century as they sought to preserve their cultural identity in the face of systemic assimilation pressures. George P. Lee’s life and legacy, as depicted in Silent Courage, offer a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of the Navajo people and the transformative potential of education, faith, and self-determination. The book remains a poignant and essential read for those seeking to understand the Navajo experience and the broader Native American story. About it's controversial author:George P. Lee, a Navajo leader and prominent figure in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), experienced a life marked by both remarkable achievements and tragic controversies. After graduating from high school, Lee served as a missionary for the LDS Church’s "Southwest Indian Mission," ministering to his fellow Navajo people. Rising through the ranks of church leadership, he held various positions, including elders quorum president, branch president, district president, and president of the Arizona Holbrook Mission. In 1975, at the age of 32, Lee was called by church president Spencer W. Kimball to the First Quorum of the Seventy, becoming the first Native American general authority in LDS Church history. His appointment symbolized the church’s commitment to diverse leadership and highlighted Lee’s dedication to serving his people. However, Lee’s tenure as a church leader ended abruptly in 1989 when he was excommunicated for "apostasy and other conduct unbecoming a member of the Church." Lee claimed his excommunication stemmed from his criticism of church president Ezra Taft Benson’s decision to end the Indian Placement Program, a program Lee credited with his personal growth. The church did not publicly respond to Lee’s allegations, consistent with its policy of confidentiality in disciplinary matters. In 1993, the Salt Lake Tribune reported that Lee had attempted to sexually molest a minor girl in 1989, and that this was one of the reasons for Lee's excommunication. Initially, Lee denied the charges; however, on October 12, 1994, the Tribune reported: A year ago, former Mormon general authority George P. Lee proclaimed he was 'innocent before God' of sexually molesting a 12-year-old neighbor girl. But Tuesday before a 3rd District judge, Lee humbly hung his head and admitted to touching the girl's breasts for sexual gratification. In 1994, Lee at 51 years of age pleaded guilty to attempted sexual abuse of a child, a third-degree felony, a conviction that led to his inclusion on the Utah sex offender registry. Further legal troubles arose in 2007 when he was arrested for failing to register as a sex offender, although charges were eventually dropped due to health issues. Lee passed away on July 28, 2010, in Provo, Utah, after a prolonged battle with health problems. Latter-day Saint sociologist Armand Mauss described him as "one of the truly tragic figures in modern Mormon history," reflecting a life of significant contributions overshadowed by personal failings. Copyright © 2018-2024 TDM Inc. The photos and text in this listing are copyrighted. I spend lots of time writing up my descriptions and despise it when un-original losers cut and paste my descriptions in as their own. It is against ebay policy and if you are caught, you will be reported to ebay and could be sued for copyright infringement and damages.

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SIGNED! Silent Courage Autobiography of George P. Lee, A Navajo 1st Ed HCDJ LDS

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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Signed By: Letter Signed by George P. Lee

Publication Name: Deseret Book Co

Book Title: Silent Courage : the Autobiography of George P. Lee

Book Series: LDS

Item Length: 6.5 inches

Original Language: English

Vintage: No

Personalize: No

Format: Hardcover

Language: English

Item Height: 9.5 inches

ISBN-10: 0875790569

Personalized: No

Features: Dust Jacket, Illustrated, Lot contains signed Letter from author, George P. Lee, Lot contains Deseret News article about ex-communication of Lee

Topic: Navajo Indians within the LDS Church

Unit Quantity: 1

Item Width: 1.75 inches

Signed: Yes

Ex Libris: No

Narrative Type: Nonfiction

Publisher: Deseret Book Company

Intended Audience: Young Adults, Adults

Inscribed: Yes

Edition: First Edition

Publication Year: 1987

Type: Hardcover