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The riddle of Amish culture

This study of Amish culture discusses the changes that have taken place in Amish society since the first edition was published. The author incorporates new demographic data and interviews he has conducted among the Amish.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Kraybill, Donald B.
Corporate Author: Center for American Places
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2001.
Edition:Rev. ed.
Series:Center books in Anabaptist studies
Subjects and Genres:
Amish > United States.
Amish > Canada.
Amish > Pennsylvania > Lancaster County.
Amish.
7.100.
Online Access:Table of contents
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Table of Contents:
  • 1.
  • The Amish story
  • 2.
  • The quiltwork of Amish culture
  • 3.
  • Symbols of integration and separation
  • 4.
  • The social architecture of Amish society
  • 5.
  • Rites of redemption and purification
  • 6.
  • Auctions, frolics, and gangs
  • 7.
  • Passing on the faith
  • 8.
  • The riddles of technology
  • 9.
  • Harnessing the power of progress
  • 10.
  • The transformation of Amish work
  • 11.
  • Managing public relations
  • 12.
  • Regulating social change
  • 13.
  • Exploring our common riddles.

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