Daniel Arlon Vogel (born 1955)[1] is an independent researcher, writer, and author on a number of works that include Joseph Smith: The Making of a Prophet and is most known for his work on early Mormon documents.
Vogel interweaves the history of Joseph Smith with interpretation of the Book of Mormon, which is read as springing from the young man's psychology and experiences.
In the LDS historical community, Vogel's work has received significant recognition.
Larry Morris praised his efforts to produce the multi-volume Early Mormon Documents.
[9] Many of Vogel's books have been critically reviewed by members of FARMS, a Mormon apologetics institute.