Books on the Amish
The Amish are a denomination of Anabaptists related to the Mennonites, most of whom are noted for their avoidance of modern devices such as automobiles and electricity. The Amish reside in close-knit communities in 22 states of the United States as well as Ontario, Canada. The largest concentrations of Amish in the United States are in Holmes County, Ohio and Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. There are an estimated 100,000 Amish in the United States in all groups, and another 1500 in Ontario, Canada.
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Crossing Over: One Woman's Escape from Amish Life Ruth Irene Garrett was the fifth of seven children raised in Kalona, Iowa as a member of a strict Old Order Amish community. She was brought up with rigid rules and intense secrecy in a world where the dress, buggies, codes of conduct, and way of life differed from that of other Amish societies a mere one hundred miles away. This compelling true tale offers a striking look inside a hidden community as a woman comes to terms with her discontent and ultimately leaves her family, faith, and the sheltered world of her childhood. She bravely crosses over to a new and unfamiliar reality in hopes of better understanding her emotional and spiritual desires. The result is a powerful and inspiring story -- a search for meaning and the extraordinary lessons learned along the way. ISBN: 006052992X |
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A History of The Amish by Steven Nolt The Amish, one of America's most intriguing peoples, have survived for 300 years! While much has been written on the Amish, little has appeared about their history. This newly revised and updated book brings together in one volume a thorough history of the Amish people. From their beginnings in Europe through their settlement in North America, the Amish have struggled to maintain their beliefs and traditions in often hostile settings. Atlantic crossings, westward migration, military conscription, and compulsory school laws were just a few of the many challenges to the Amish church through the years. Caught in the currents and conflicts of national life, the Amish have remained a distinct people in America's melting pot. ISBN: 1561483931. |
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20 Most Asked Questions about the Amish and Mennonites by Phyllis Pellman Good The most common inquiries about these people are answered with insight and accuracy by two leading experts. This second edition revises a best-seller which answers questions about the Amish and Mennonites; from their dress and beliefs to their celebrations and the differences between the two groups. Membership requirements and the bonds which tie these communities are considered in an unusual, involving title. Lots of photos. ISBN: 1561481858. |
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding the Amish by Susan Rensberger From an author who grew up in a Mennonite community, this is an in depth look at the evolution, religion, and customs of a people who continue to live the pastoral life of their forebears, covering everything from language, clothing, cooking, and furniture to the impact of the modern world on the simple-living "Plain People." ISBN: 0028644700. |
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The Amish in Their Own Words: Amish Writings from 25 Years of Family Life Magazine
by Brad Igou (compiler) ISBN: 0836191234 |
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Pennsylvania Dutch: The Amish and the Mennonites
by Kem Knapp Sawyer (editor) ISBN: 1579600255. |
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True Stories of X-Amish: Banned - Shunned - Excommunicated by Ottie Garrett and Ben N. Garrett
ISBN: 0966793102 |
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Amish Women: Lives and Stories
A collection of short, readable personal narratives that introduces readers to a culture that continues to retain its uniqueness despite the ever-changing and fast-paced world that is forever impinging on it. Raised Amish, but departing from the community as an adult, Stoltzfus brings to life in-laws, friends, and children, all of whom offer their stories, sharing in deft prose their pain, pleasures, tragedies, and triumphs. An excellent book for readers wanting to gain more than a textbook knowledge of Amish women. ISBN: 1561481297. |
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An Introduction to Mennonite History: A Popular History of the Anabaptists and the Mennonites by Cornelius J. Dyck
A unique resource for a generation, the preeminent textbook in its field. Cornelius J. Dyck interacts with the many changes in Anabaptist/Mennonite experience and historical understandings in this revised and updated edition. This is a history of Mennonites from the 16th century to the present. Though simply written, it reflects fine scholarship and deep Christian concern. ISBN: 0836136209. |
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The Riddle of Amish Culture (Center Books in Anabaptist Studies)by Donald B. Kraybill
Since its publication in 1989, The Riddle of Amish Culture has become recognized as a classic work on one of America's most distinctive religious communities. But many changes have occurred within Amish society over the past decade, from westward migrations and a greater familiarity with technology to the dramatic shift away from farming into small business which is transforming Amish culture. For this revised edition, Donald B. Kraybill has taken these recent changes into account, incorporating new demographic research and new interviews he has conducted among the Amish. ISBN: 080186772X. |
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