The Rise and Fall of Nauvoo, published in 1900 by B. H. Roberts, is a historical account detailing the religious, social, and political history of Nauvoo, Illinois, particularly focusing on the early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and their leader, Joseph Smith. The book highlights the community's struggles for religious freedom and the oppression they faced while establishing a haven for their beliefs. It serves as a companion to Roberts' earlier work, 'The Missouri Persecutions,' and emphasizes Nauvoo's significance as a symbol of resilience amidst persecution.
