LDS literary community marks a sad chapter with the death of beloved bookseller Curt Bench
He had dealings with bomber Mark Hofmann and a universe of authors. Navigating Mormon history and theology requires good tools, says a friend, and “his tools were books.”
(Al Hartmann | The Salt Lake Tribune)
Mormon book dealer Curt Bench, shown in 2012, has died.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.