Who Are the Amish

By Merle Good

Book Overview

This is a completely revised & stunningly re-designed NEW EDITION of a bestselling classic. Lots of new photos are included. Many new portions of text have been added. Printed in full color on heavy quality paper. Subjects covered include barnraisings, Amish schools, energy use, farm life, artistry, dilemmas & problems, history, transportation, peace, mutual aid, tensions with society, leaders, misconceptions, role of children, courtship & weddings, failure, & the harvest.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0934672261
• ISBN13: 9780934672269
• Release Date: January 1985
• Publisher: Good Books
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 8.5" x 0.3"

Customer Reviews

It's good enough.

"Who are the Amish?" is a good introductory book to those learning about the Amish. While this is classified as an adult book, I found its writing style and book layout to resemble that of a juvenile book. But, because of this, it's not overwhelming in its approach. Written in 1985, some Amish communities may have since changed their way of living, so if you're looking for up-to-date information, then look elsewhere. I was hoping for more information on their lives, like courtships and traditions. The pictures are far-away shorts, but in color. While this book only skims the Amish way of life, it's still interesting. I recommend.