Essentials of Church History: The History of the Church from the Birth of Joseph Smith to the Present Time (1922) is a landmark work by the famous author Joseph Fielding Smith. This book reveals the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the appearance of Joseph Smith to the present day. The book contains introductory chapters on the antiquity of the Gospel and "Apostasy". The author examines in detail the key events, personalities and currents that influenced the development of the Church, revealing important aspects of its formation and changes. With the help of accurate analyzes and facts, the author successfully guides the reader through the important stages of the history of the Church, revealing the enormous significance of all events and circumstances. "Basics of Church History" is not only a historical narrative, but also an in-depth study of the faith, culture and heritage of the Latter-day Saints, which makes this book an important source for understanding the current state of the Church and its mission in the modern world.